Davidson County Center: Agriculture & Food

Are you a plant killer? Watch this episode of "In the Garden with Bryce Lane" to learn to keep plants alive: [more]
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For much of NC, Thanksgiving is a great time to plant spring-flowering bulbs. See Extension at #NCSU tips: [more]

Agriculture & Food

Local Farmers Markets

CLOSED FOR WINTER

Lexington Farmer's Market (located at "The Depot" on Railroad Street in Lexington)

Thomasville Farmer's Market (located at the corner of Guilford & Commerce Streets in Thomasville)

Agriculture and agribusiness account for nearly 20 percent of North Carolina's jobs and income, but the industry faces changing technology, world markets, consumer demands and environmental regulations. North Carolina Cooperative Extension's educational programs provide farmers and agribusinesses with the research-based knowledge they need to continue producing a stable, safe and affordable food supply in economically and environmentally sustainable ways.

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Events

	Taking Care of Business December 1st, 2009 @ 9:00 AM - January 19th, 2010 @ 12:00 PM Winston-Salem, NC
	Various speakers will present this five week short course that will assist farmers, both beginning and seasoned, and other entrepreneurs to develop a better understanding of the business planning process and the ultimate purpose of a solid business plan. The course will meet on Tuesdays. Cost is $100. Call our office to register or for more information. ... MORE

	Community Supported Agriculture Workshop December 1st, 2009 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Lexington, NC
	CSA is a proven way in which local farmers sell their produce directly to consumers. CSA programs create "agriculture-supported communities" where members receive a wide variety of foods harvested at their peak of freshness. This arrangement guarantees farmers the financial support and enables small/moderate sized farms to remain in business. There is no cost to attend. Pre-register by November 24. ... MORE

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News

	Choosing Wrong Container Can Spoil Leftovers Posted April 22nd, 2009 in Agriculture & Food: Food Safety & Processing
Washing and storing a lightweight butter tub or yogurt container to refrigerate leftovers for a day or two will protect the food when food storage containers are in short supply, but the leftovers should be transferred to a microwave-safe container before reheating them in a microwave. more ... MORE

	Garbage disposals vs Septic Tanks Posted March 10th, 2009 in Agriculture & Food: Food Safety & Processing
Garbage disposals offer convenient processing and disposal of soft food scraps, but they should be used sparingly in homes with private septic systems. Why? Consider where those food particles go.... MORE