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Are you a plant killer? Watch this episode of "In the Garden with Bryce Lane" to learn to keep plants alive: [more]
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Avoid foodborne illness this holiday season by following these Extension tips from #NCSU and Kansas State Univ: [more]
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For much of NC, Thanksgiving is a great time to plant spring-flowering bulbs. See Extension at #NCSU tips: [more]

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Cloverbuds 4-H

Cloverbud Club, children 5 - 8 years old, will meet the first Friday of each month at the United Community Bank Community Room at 6:30 pm. Kelly Crawford is the leader for the Cloverbuds and may be contacted at 828-389-0405. For more information, call Pam Staton at 828-389-6305.

Clay County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Clay County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone.

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Soil Testing Information

In North Carolina, most soils are acidic and low in nutrients. Good plant growth usually requires the addition of lime and fertilizer. Soil testing is the best way to find out how much to apply. The North Carolina Department of Agriculture offers soil testing and information for both commercial growers and home owners. Soil samples are usually analyzed within about a week, but may take longer from late fall through early spring due to heavy loads from farmers at this time. Results of the tests are posted on an online system and also mailed to the client. MORE

	Extension en Espanol
Extensión en Español is a grass roots organization of Extension educators which seeks to better serve Spanish-speaking clients by sharing expertise and materials across the Cooperative Extension System. MORE

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Events

	Pesticide School December 1st, 2009 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Marble, NC
	Training in pesticide application and management will be conducted at the Small Business Center in Marble. There will be a fee of $10 for the Private license training and $25 for the Commercial license training. The exam will be on Wednesday, December 2, 2009. ... MORE

	Pesticide Exam December 2nd, 2009 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Marble, NC
	Exam for Pesticide Application Certification. There is no charge for the exam. ... MORE

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News

Food Preservation: Back to Basics
Posted May 27th, 2009 in Agriculture & Food: Food Safety & Processing

Food Preservation: Back to Basicsby: Pam Staton, Extension Agent, Family & Consumer SciencesWith the resurgence of home gardening and preserving food at home, more and more novice are trying their hand at putting the bounty away for the winter. Food preservation can be easy but in order to be done safely, specific guidelines must be followed to ensure the food you “put up” is safe and wholesome. Be sure to learn these guidelines before ... MORE

Pressure or Boiling Water Bath Canning
Posted May 27th, 2009 in Agriculture & Food: Food Safety & Processing

Pressure or Boiling Water Bath CanningBy: Pam Staton, Extension Agent, Family & Consumer SciencesNow that many novices have planted gardens and will be preserving the fruits and vegetables for the first time, it is more important then ever to discuss how to safely preserve these foods at home. A common question we receive at Cooperative Extension is: How long do I process my green beans in a boiling water bath? The answer is: Green ... MORE

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