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New Farmers of Moore County

Part of Moore County's charm is its agricultural history. There's a sense of community and a strong connection to the land that draws people to settle here and begin homesteading or farming…

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Moore County Farms

In Moore County, we have a variety of locally grown and produced food. Some farmers are new to agriculture and have innovative approaches to farming. Others have been farming their land for…

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Small Farms Week

Small Farms Week is an annual event in March that showcases the programs and activities offered by N.C. Cooperative Extension, aimed at supporting limited resource, small-scale, part time and…

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CVB Video Promotes Harvest Fest

We are really looking forward to Harvest Fest. Please see the video produced by the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, and Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. The support of our partners are sure…

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May Edition of the Moore County Extension Newsletter

For the latest Extension news go to the newsletter.

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May Edition: Moore County Newsletter Is Out

Read about blueberries, the 4-H photography contest, Voluntary Ag Districts, view the first in a series of 2021 Master Gardener℠ volunteer farm tours, and much more in the May issue of the N.C.…

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USDA Pandemic Assistance Emphasizes Help for Small Disadvantaged Farmers

The USDA Pandemic Assistance for Producers is establishing new programs that will help small and disadvantaged farmers who were left out of the prior COVID-19 aid programs. This new initiative will…

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Farmers Market Manager Call

February 9th 9:00am-10:00am Join a statewide network of farmers market managers and partner organizations to discuss best practices for running a safe market during the pandemic, strategies for…