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The Camden County Center Local Foods contact is Olivia Patchel.

Cover photo for 2023 Camden Canning Contest

2023 Camden Canning Contest

Did you preserve something awesome this year? Show it off at our Canning Contest, held during the Camden Heritage …

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Seafood Cook Along

As the summer progresses do you find yourself craving more and more local seafood? But are you burnt out …

Wheat From Farm to Fork

Of the major crops grown annually in Camden County, wheat is the only crop we plant in one calendar …

Cover photo for 2020 Virtual Home Canning Series

2020 Virtual Home Canning Series

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is holding a series of FREE virtual home canning classes from Noon–1 p.m. …

Learn to Make Freezer Jam

It’s almost time to have fresh produce readily available, so let’s learn how to make freezer …

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Starting Your Own Garden

If you are thinking about planting a garden this spring we have some resources that you may find helpful. For …

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Cooking With Fresh Vegetables

N.C. Cooperative Extension of Currituck County is hosting several classes throughout the year called Cooking with the Seasons to …

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Cooking With the Seasons

N.C. Cooperative Extension is hosting several classes throughout the year called Cooking with the Seasons to help you learn …

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Growing Blueberries in Childcare Center Gardens

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Growing Muscadines in Childcare Center Gardens

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Growing Fruit Trees in Childcare Center Gardens

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Managing Weeds in Childcare Center Gardens

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Growing Strawberries in Childcare Center Gardens

Strawberries are the perfect fruit for early childcare centers. Their life cycle is short (planted …

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Easy Fruits to Grow at Childcare Center Gardens

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Vermicomposting in Childcare Center Gardens

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Composting in Childcare Center Gardens

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