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$2 million grant will allow 4-H to support more Hispanic youth

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Martha Mobley headshot

Jun 21, 2016

‘Secret agent’ Martha Mobley featured in national magazine

Modern Farmer magazine calls her a ‘secret agent.’ But for the agricultural community in Franklin County, Martha Mobley’s work is no secret. She’s a go-to resource for expertise ranging from horses and forestry to livestock and local foods. 
Large vat of brewing beer being stirred

Jun 20, 2016

Home Brew

A burgeoning beer business is brewing in North Carolina — and NC State is supporting it with innovative brewing techniques, hands-on training for future brewers and a project to jump-start hops production in the state. 
BBQ Campers in Schaub Hall's meat science laboratory.

Jun 20, 2016

Putting the Science in Low and Slow

NC State University's BBQ Camp takes participants back to school as they study the science behind the art that is barbecue. The two-day seminar was the first public offering of a university-level, science-based class of its type in the Southeast. 
Two hamburgers cooking on a grill

Jun 6, 2016

5 things you should know about grilling burgers

Grilling is a great opportunity to have fun with friends and family. But do it wrong, and you could get sick. Extension food safety expert Ben Chapman provides five tips for safe grilling. 

Apr 4, 2016

N.C. 4-H camp learning center nearing completion

Officials will hold a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony for a new $1.5 million multi-purpose facility at Millstone 4-H Camp on April 10. 

Mar 15, 2016

Health Rocks!

Through Health Rocks!, North Carolina 4-H engages young people in hands-on activities that help them resist drug, alcohol and tobacco use while developing healthy behaviors. 
Close shot of a turkey in poultry building with white feathers.

Feb 8, 2016

Extension helps spread word about avian flu threat

With authorities on high alert for avian influenza this fall and winter, North Carolina Cooperative Extension reached out across the state with educational programs aimed at helping owners of backyard poultry flocks keep the virus at bay. 

Oct 15, 2015

White House recognizes NC State University’s Juntos program

A program developed by North Carolina State University to empower Hispanic youth to succeed in high school was recently named a “Bright Spot in Hispanic Education” by a White House initiative. 
Travis Tennant shows different cuts of meat to BBQ Camp participants.

Jun 1, 2015

Barbecue Camp Brings Meat Science to Consumers

A first-of-its-kind workshop series may have been called North Carolina Barbecue Camp, but its topics went beyond the state’s traditional Eastern and Lexington styles as presenters delved into the cuisine of other barbecue hot spots. 

May 8, 2015

$2 million grant will allow 4-H to support more Hispanic youth

National 4-H Council has received a three-year, $2 million grant from the New York Life Foundation to empower more Hispanic youth to succeed in high school, graduate on time and pursue a college education. The funds will support the successful Juntos 4-H program developed by N.C. Cooperative Extension.