News From Brunswick County Center

Form in bloom
Plant Showcase- Asclepias syriaca (Common Milkweed)

Published - September 25, 2026

Cluster of white flowers with 5 petals
Plant Showcase- Amsonia tabernaemontana (Eastern Bluestar, Blue Dogbane)

Published - September 25, 2026

Gulf fritillary butterfly on a zinnia
Masters of Disguise: Butterflies That May Fool You

Published - September 25, 2026

Oyster burger recipe photo.
Oysters Part of the Mediterranean Diet

Published - September 23, 2026

Muscadine grapes growing on vine.
From Grandma’s Backyard to the Research Station: Muscadines

Published - September 22, 2026

4-H kids with their dairy heifers preparing for the project.
2026 Dairy Project Begins

Published - September 21, 2026

Kitchen where vegetables are being washed and all chefs are following food safety rules.
September is Food Safety Month

Published - September 16, 2026

Extension Master Food Volunteer is Margarete O'Leary from Supply demonstrating how to bloom a spice mixture to get the best flavors.
Herbs, Spices and Seasonings

Published - September 9, 2026

Uncooked hotdog on plate.
School Lunch Risky or Not?

Published - September 2, 2026

Venus flytraps found in Boiling Springs Lake, NC.
Boiling Spring Lakes Venus Flytrap Park

Published - August 31, 2026

Homemade pickles in jar.
Make Your Own Pickles

Published - August 26, 2026

Tractor spraying pesticide on field
Weed Management in Pastures Class Coming to Brunswick County!

Published - August 24, 2026

3-lobed leaves alternately arranged on a stem
Plant Showcase- Adiantum capillus-veneris (Southern Maidenhair Fern)

Published - August 24, 2026

A shrub with leggy growth and light green leaves. Small white blooms.
Plant Showcase- Abelia x grandiflora (Glossy Abelia)

Published - August 24, 2026

Campers are cutting up bananas for a smoothie.
EFNEP Works — We Are Enrolling Brunswick County Families and Schools Now!

Published - August 21, 2026

Cans of tuna on shelf at grocery store.
Try Tuna

Published - August 19, 2026

Randolph House students stand at graduation with EFNEP Agent Angie Lawrence.
Randolph House Students Celebrate Camp Cook Play Graduation with Healthy Cooking Skills

Published - August 14, 2026

4-H children at camp.
Brunswick County 4-H Youth Experience a Week of Adventure at Betsy Jeff Penn

Published - August 12, 2026

Protein with side salad.
Do you need more protein?

Published - August 12, 2026

Eggs in a flat.
Let's Talk Labels: Eggs

Published - August 11, 2026

Horticulture agent using a microscope to identify a imperial moth.
Imperial Moth Spotted in Demonstration Garden

Published - August 10, 2026

Logo for safe plates class series.
Food Safety Training Makes a Difference

Published - August 5, 2026

Two 4-H congress winners.
Brunswick County 4-H Shines at NC 4-H Congress

Published - July 29, 2026

Photo of master food volunteer team in brunswick county and columbus county.
New Extension Master Food Volunteers

Published - July 29, 2026

Mounding form of baptisia with green leaves and yellow blooms
Plant Showcase- Baptisia (Baptisia, False Indigo, Wild Indigo)

Published - July 28, 2026

Flowers of the spider lily.
Plant Showcase - Lycoris radiata (Hurricane Lily, Spider Lily)

Published - July 28, 2026

Corn on the cob with some husks and knife block on a table.
Summer Food Traditions

Published - July 27, 2026

Photo of fireflies in mountain landscape.
New Blue Ghost Firefly Recorded in NC

Published - July 23, 2026

Family and Consumer Science agent teaching a preservation class series.
Food Preservation Series

Published - July 22, 2026

Map of NC counties highlighted different colors to depict the various stages of drought.
Turn Every Rainstorm into a Watering Opportunity!

Published - July 16, 2026

Avocados and nutrition
An Avocado a Day

Published - July 15, 2026

Staying hydrated in the summer time with no sugar, no calorie drinks.
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate

Published - July 8, 2026

Summer safety refresher when cooking and grilling
Summer Food Safety Refresher

Published - June 30, 2026

4-H summer camps
Brunswick County 4-H Summer Camps Inspire Learning Through Hands-On Experiences

Published - June 29, 2026

Tractor spraying pesticide on field
Mandatory Regulatory Update Required for North Carolina Pesticide Applicators

Published - June 26, 2026

A dense clump with tall spikes of fluffy purple flowers rising above narrow, grass-like green foliage
Plant Showcase- Liatris (Blazing Stars, Gay Feather)

Published - June 26, 2026

Large, circular, green leaves of the Fargugium japonicum
Plant Showcase- Farfugium japonicum (Leopard Plant, Tractor Seat Plant)

Published - June 26, 2026

Olive oil deviled eggs
Make the Swap to Olive Oil

Published - June 24, 2026

Blueberries in NC in season and healthy food.
Grab Some Blue(berries)

Published - June 17, 2026

Shrimp, bread, and asparagus meal on plates and table.
Local Ingredients, Spanish Inspiration

Published - June 15, 2026

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