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Healthy Eating on a Budget: Your Smart Shopping Playbook!

Eating healthy shouldn't break the bank! Tackling the grocery store can be a challenge, but with a plan, you can eat healthier and save money every week! Follow these key habits to make the most of…

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Think Green Thursdays 2025

First Think Green Thursday class of the year - January 30, 2025! Interested in learning more about gardening? North Carolina Cooperative Extension's Alamance County Office is offering an extensive…

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Older Apple Tree Pruning Demonstration

Has it been a while since you pruned your apple trees? Or maybe you have bought a property that came with some old apple trees. Either way, it can be a daunting challenge to bring them back into…

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Produce Safety Trainings in 2025

There are several one-day trainings coming up for local fruit and vegetable growers who need to learn about the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. The trainings will use…

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Alamance County 4-H Fall Plant Sale 2025

This season's fundraiser features apples, blackberries, blueberries, figs, muscadines, peaches, and pears.Last plant orders will be accepted October 24, and plant pickup dates are November 6 and…

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Alamance County Area Farmers Markets 2025

We hope you'll make the local farmers market one of your regular food-shopping destinations this year. At the market, you'll meet local growers, learn how they grow your food, and find new foods to…

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Tree Fruit Pruning Workshop

This fruit tree workshop is a must-attend, if you want to learn how to correctly prune newly purchased or overgrown neglected fruit trees. The class and demonstration will be held Thursday, January…

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Alamance Gardener - Ultimate March Edition

Change is inevitable and the future is bright! Get your March garden tips and read about changes past and future here: Alamance Gardener MAR 2023

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Alamance Area Farmers Markets Are Open Through Winter

Spring and summer get all the attention, but fall and winter are garden seasons too. Visit your local area farmers markets for fresh produce throughout the year!Winter Markets 2022 2023

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Alamance Gardener - August 2022

Time to think Fall! Read about how to get ready in this month's Alamance Gardener AUG 2022