North Carolina Cooperative Extension- Transylvania County

North Carolina Cooperative Extension- Transylvania County The North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service partners with communities to deliver education and

Here in Transylvania County we are available to assist with a wide variety of issues including farm management, youth leadership, family nutrition, home gardening, and landscaping.

Let’s be real: the transition from "lazy summer snacks" to "structured school lunches" can feel like a professional spor...
08/26/2026

Let’s be real: the transition from "lazy summer snacks" to "structured school lunches" can feel like a professional sport. 🏃‍♂️💨 Between the morning rush and after-school practice, meal planning isn't just a luxury, it’s a sanity saver!

Here are 3 quick tips to keep your kitchen organized and stretch your food budget to its max this semester:

Pivot to Plant Proteins: Beans, lentils, and eggs are nutritional powerhouses that cost a fraction of meat. 🍳 Swap one beef meal for a bean chili or lentil pasta to see instant savings.
Buy Generic & Bulk: Store brands are often the exact same quality as name brands. Grab large bags of oats or rice instead of pre-packaged cups—you’re paying for the convenience, not the food! 🍚
Shop discount grocery stores: These stores focus on low prices and bare bones store layouts. You may need to bring your own bags.
Shop Your Pantry First: "Inventory night" is a lifesaver. Use that lone jar of sauce or box of crackers before buying more. 🕵️‍♀️
Don’t forget to use your SNAP benefits!

If you need any assistance with the SNAP program, contact the More In My Basket team at 1-855-240-1451 today!

If you're between the ages of 18 and 64, don't have any children and are mentally and physically able to work, your SNAP...
08/19/2026

If you're between the ages of 18 and 64, don't have any children and are mentally and physically able to work, your SNAP benefits may only be available for 3 months.

This ABAWD (Able-bodied without dependents) policy requires individuals who fall into this category to be working at least 20 hours a week to received continued benefits. Otherwise, the benefits will stop after that 3-month period.

Keep in mind that working hours count as part-time or full-time jobs, volunteer work, work training programs or similar.

If you would like to find out if you are eligible to apply for SNAP in North Carolina, visit the More In My Basket website at morefood.org and submit a contact form. Their team will reach out to you within 3 business days.

If you are interested in a SNAP eligibility screening, want help completing the application or have general questions ab...
08/12/2026

If you are interested in a SNAP eligibility screening, want help completing the application or have general questions about the program, contact the More In My Basket staff.

Assistance is available in English, Spanish and Portuguese. Their staff can be reached at the toll-free numbers below or by visiting their website: morefood.org.

MIMB staff are generally available 8am - 5pm. They do go out to community events, so if you call and no one answers, leave a message and someone will return your call within 3 business days.

📞 1-855-240-1451 (English/Portuguese) 📞 1-888-382-7105 (Spanish)

08/09/2026

🍎 The 2026 Apple Recipe Contest is just around the corner and entries are now open! This beloved NC Apple Festival tradition kicks off the start of the NC Apple Festival on Friday, September 4th. 🍎
Learn more about the contest and how to enter here: https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/news/2026-apple-recipe-contest/

Have you seen our FCS agent at the Transylvania Farmers Market this summer. Find the recipe below for Peach Salsa. She'l...
08/07/2026

Have you seen our FCS agent at the Transylvania Farmers Market this summer. Find the recipe below for Peach Salsa.

She'll be whipping up one more local recipe on September 5th with local apples in homemade Apple Cinnamon Kombucha.

If you receive SNAP benefits in North Carolina, you can purchase seeds to grow your own food at home. These plants provi...
08/05/2026

If you receive SNAP benefits in North Carolina, you can purchase seeds to grow your own food at home. These plants provide vegetables, fruits and herbs, so a single purchase will put food on your table across several months. This is a wonderful way to ensure you can stretch your food budget for as long as possible. 🪴

If you would like to learn more about the SNAP program or need assistance applying for it, contact the More In My Basket team now. They offer a free eligibility screening and application assistance for all North Carolina residents.

Call them today:

📞 1-855-240-1451 (English/Portuguese) 📞 1-888-382-7105 (Spanish)

Are you ready for the Med Way with the Transylvania County Library? This 6 weeks series starts this Wednesday!
08/03/2026

Are you ready for the Med Way with the Transylvania County Library? This 6 weeks series starts this Wednesday!

With the rise in temperatures this summer, it’s important to increase your water intake. But don’t forget that you can a...
07/29/2026

With the rise in temperatures this summer, it’s important to increase your water intake. But don’t forget that you can also do that by consuming more high-water content foods. That includes:

🍉 Watermelon, strawberries, oranges, pineapples, cantaloupes, etc.
🥒 Cucumbers, cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, zucchinis, bell peppers, etc.
🧉Fruit smoothies, coconut water, homemade iced tea, etc.

Don’t forget that all of these food items are SNAP-eligible! If you have any questions about SNAP in North Carolina, contact the More In My Basket team toll-free at 1-855-240-1451.

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106 E Morgan Street
Brevard, NC
28712

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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(828) 884-3109

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