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Martin County 4-H’ers Attend the Eastern 4-H Center
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The Ready Campaign Suggests Using National Parents to Day to Help Prepare Families for Emergencies
With hurricane season upon us, now is the time to prepare for disasters and emergencies. The Ready Campaign suggests …
2018 Horticulture Workshops - Sign-Up Today!
Sign-up today to participate in our Summer Horticulture series! Workshops start in July and run through August 2018. Call 252.798.4370 …
Blossom-End Rot in Tomatoes
Blossom-end rot of tomatoes is a physiological disorder caused by a lack of sufficient calcium in the blossom end …
2018 NC 4-H Citizenship Focus
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Being well-hydrated is essential for good health. Consuming water is necessary to keep the body’s systems functioning properly. This …
May Is #MedMonth
May is International Mediterranean Diet Month (aka Med Month). This month-long celebration creates awareness of the delicious foods and …
Strawberry Time in Martin County
Get your buckets ready. It’s that time of the year. Local, fresh, juicy, delicious strawberries will soon be across …
2018 Martin County 4-H Presentation Competition
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Spring Ahead! Six Tips for Healthier Eating
In recognition of the coming spring and National Nutrition Month in March, we want to help you and your …
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