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Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.

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Spice It Up

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Share the Harvest Donations

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The Immune System Masterpiece

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2022 Student Internship Program - Apply Now

Application Deadline: November 3, 2021 The Student Internship Program sponsored by Cooperative Extension at N.C. A&T State University provides summer employment for …

Deep Cleaning Article

Keeping the Kitchen Clean

Have you fallen behind in cleaning your kitchen? Do you find it difficult to keep your kitchen space clean? Does …

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Written By Family and Consumer Sciences Intern: Tommy Hernandez What is it about coffee that has you drinking it? Is it …

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Instant Pot Lunch and Learn Series

The Instant Pot has become an extremely popular kitchen appliance. However, there are many users who are not comfortable with this …

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Let's Cook Lamb!!

Whether it’s the leg of lamb, ground lamb, or lamb chops; lamb can be a tasty cut of meat …

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Three-Fruit Salad

Summer in North Carolina means hot weather and plenty of humidity. Give your oven a break and experiment with …

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Dance Cardio Fitness

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