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Woman at outdoor table selling jars labeled "Local Honey."

Celebrating National Farmers Market Week 2025 at the Clay County Farmers Market

National Farmers Market Week, observed this year from August 3–9, 2025, is a time to recognize the vital role farmers’ markets play in supporting local agriculture, improving community health, and…

Jars of preserves in Ball Mason Jars on table beside sign reading "GOAT CHEESE"

Farmers Market Opening Day a Success

The Clay County Farmers Market officially opened for its second season on Thursday, May 8, drawing in a strong turnout with its new location and time. Now held on the Hayesville Square from 9 a.m. to…

Beek Keeper Samuel Brown

Got Bees? Samuel Does!

Local beekeeper and Clay County 4-H member Samuel Brown made a special guestappearance during one of Hayesville Primary School’s second-grade The Busy World of Bees curriculum lessons. He was invited…

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All About Apples Youth Cooking Series

Clay County’s Youth 4-H Program, in collaboration with Family and Consumer Science Agents, hosted an engaging All About Apples Cooking Series for youth ages 5-18 throughout October. The series took…

Women process strawberries together.

Jammin' Good Time: Jelly and Jam Classes With Kim Terrell

It's jelly and jam making time! Kim Terrell, our Family and Consumer Science Agent, recently taught jelly and jam classes for the community. The first class was held at the Clay County Senior Center.…

Collage of garden of children and adults cooking along with a fresh produce garden.

Clay County Extension Office Partners With Clay County Schools

Kim Terrell, Family and Consumer Science Agent with the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Clay County Center, had a busy spring with Clay County Schools. Terrell spent time with Mrs. Rhinehardt's Foods and…

Sign reading "FARM FRESH EGGS FOR SALE" beside potted plants at an outdoor market

Clay County Farmers Market - Opening Day a Success!

The farmers market returned to Hayesville on May 16 and made its debut at the Clay County Recreation Park. On the opening day, there were 9 vendors and 120 visitors who stopped by to shop local…

Blue pickup truck with produce under banner reading "Clay County Farmers Market"

Clay County Farmers Market

CLAY COUNTY FARMERS MARKET Come support your local farmers & shop local agricultural products at the Clay County Farmers Market! When: Thursdays 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM May 8 - September 25 Where:…

Globe graphic with text "FUEL FOR THE FUTURE" and "National Nutrition Month 2023", surrounded by food icons

March Is National Nutrition Month

National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and…

Wooden sign for a garden

Raised Bed Fall Gardening

In the Discovery Garden The children in the Discovery After school program in Hayesville, NC have been enjoying learning about gardening. In the spring, they were able to build 3 raised beds and were…