Let's Get Composting
Chilly days make you think of hearty soup and cozy blankets, it is also the best time to start …
Home & Family
March Is Living Well Month
The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month Family and …
2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Written by Dr. Lindsey Haynes-Maslow and Catherine Hill “Make every bite count” is the theme of the newly released 2020-2025 …
Septic Systems: Things Homeowners & Realtors Should Know
Septic systems have been around for a very long time. In North Carolina, nearly half of the homes utilize …
The Flowering Poinsettia & Its Care
Original Author – Dr. Brian Whipker NC State Extension History of the Poinsettia The poinsettia has a long history of cultivation …
Robin Hood's Kitchen Converts Food Waste to Meals for Food Pantry
I have long known that Chatham County is a special place with an amazing community of creative, passionate people …
#MyGooseIsCooked Workshop Cooks Up Another Holiday Option
Turkey is a traditional holiday favorite with Americans. Or is it? We certainly eat a lot of it (in …
New Organic Lawn Care Guide
We have posted a new “Organic Lawn Care Guide” publication. Natural or “organic” methods of lawn care can provide …
Well Water - What Homeowners and Realtors Need to Know
Do you have questions about well water? Are you a realtor or homeowner with a well? Then consider attending …
Time for Fall Fun!!
I love autumn, the crisp air, new office supplies, apple strudel, fairs, bonfires, and all our fall 4-H Clubs. …
Environmental Education - Southeastern NC Activities and Information
Do you like word search games? Own a septic system? Have wet areas on your property? Curious about wind …
NC Zoo Presents "Living With Nature" Virtual Event
From the North Carolina Zoo: Next week is the North Carolina Zoo’s first Living with Nature distance learning event for the 2020-2021 …
Holiday Celebrations and COVID-19
Many families look forward to gathering for traditional holiday celebrations every year. This year, however, requires extra caution. COVID-19 …
Hay Bale Decorating Contest
Display your creativity and imagination in a family-friendly, county-wide competition. N.C. Cooperative Extension in Pamlico County will be hosting …
News From the NC PFAS Testing Network
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a specific group or category of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, …
Fourth Virtual Field Day of 2020
Turf Tips: Review of Turfgrass Pest Issues in a Challenging Year We are hosting another virtual field day on October …
4-H Fun for Fall
If you’re anything like me, you’ve been looking forward to fall since the middle of summer. Crisp mornings, a …
Fall Fun
This summer things have been different for NC 4-H and 4-H programs around the world. We’ve transitioned Summer Fun …
Book Explorers: Spain
4-H Book Explorers Take a fantastic journey around the world, one book, and one country at a time. Join us …
Growing Vegetables in Early Child Care Centers
Tips for growing vegetables with children in Early Child Care Centers. Enjoy this recording of a 1-hour webinar on growing …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Healthy Homes
- Home Energy Conservation
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
More Extension Programs at NC State University
Partnerships and Organizations
Publications, Information, and News
Recent Publications related to Home & Family
Fungus Gnats Indoors
This Entomology Insect Note provides information on the identification and control of fungus gnats in …
3 days ago — Household Pests
Rainwater Harvesting: Guidance for Homeowners
A rainwater harvesting system captures stormwater runoff, often from a rooftop, and stores the water …
4 days ago — Urban Waterways
Mosquito Control Around Homes and in Communities
This Entomology Insect Note addresses mosquito biology and how to control mosquitoes around homes and …
2/3/21 — Biting and Stinging Pests
Keeping Food Safe to Eat at Home
Foodborne illness is nearly 100 percent preventable if food is handled safely from the time it …
11/11/20
Pickle and Pickle Product Problems
This guide lists the problems that can arise in making sweet gherkin pickles and describes …
11/11/20 — For Safety's Sake
Thawing Food Safely
This factsheet describes how to safely thaw frozen foods.
11/11/20 — For Safety's Sake
Toilet Learning
This publication describes how to recognize a child's readiness for toilet learning and how parents …
11/4/20
Tips on Dealing With Stress
This publication offers tips on dealing with stress.
11/4/20 — Take Control for Your Future