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Cover photo for October in NC: What's in Season?

October in NC: What's in Season?

Eating seasonally has many potential benefits, including fresher produce, more affordable prices, and the option to eat produce grown …

Cover photo for September in NC: What's in Season?

September in NC: What's in Season?

Eating seasonally has many potential benefits, including fresher produce, more affordable prices, and the option to eat produce grown …

Cover photo for February 2023 Alamance Gardener

February 2023 Alamance Gardener

Head outdoors at winter’s end read how to get ready for spring in this month’s edition of Alamance Gardener Alamance …

Pieces of illustrated produce surround the text "In the United States only 1 out of 10 adults eat enough produce."

Eat With the Seasons

It’s winter. You’ve just purchased some strawberries at your local grocery. You get home, wash them, and settle in …

Cover photo for January 2023 Alamance Gardener

January 2023 Alamance Gardener

Think Green Thursdays (and some Saturdays) are scheduled beginning February 9 at Buster Sykes Farm and Forest. Read all …

Cover photo for Alamance Gardener - June 2022

Alamance Gardener - June 2022

Alamance Gardener JUN 2022 Read about this bell ringer and other June gardening issues in this month’s Alamance …

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Pressure Canner Testing May 2022

Did you know that dial gauges on pressure canners should be tested before every canning season? Save the dates! On Tuesday, …

Cover photo for Alamance Gardener January 2022

Alamance Gardener January 2022

Be fruitful in 2022 – Think Green! Read all about upcoming horticulture classes on Thursdays and some Saturdays Alamance Gardener …

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Growing Strawberries in Childcare Center Gardens

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Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens

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