Graham County Cooperative Extension & 4-H

08/25/2026

🌱Interested in the upcoming AgOptions Workshop?🌱

The registration deadline is quickly approaching! Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the resources available to you.

📅Register before the deadline!
Space is limited, so secure your spot today!

👉Don't wait--register now!
go.ncsu.edu/grahamcountyevents

🌱Interested in the AgOptions Grant?🌱

Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the AgOptions Grant program and how it may benefit your farm or agricultural operation!

📅 Join us for an upcoming AgOptions Grant Workshop and get the information you need to take the next step.

👉 Use the link below to sign up today!

go.ncsu.edu/grahamcountyevents

We hope to see you there! 🚜🌾

08/25/2026

🍅 Who has the biggest tomato in Graham County? 🍅

The results are in, and we’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Graham County Cooperative Extension Biggest Tomato Contest! 🌱🏆

Congratulations to our adult and youth winners—and a big THANK YOU to Dirk Cody and Robbinsville Food Mart for sponsoring this fun event and helping us encourage youth and adults to get involved in agriculture! 👏🌱

👉 Read the full article to find out who took home the top spots and just how BIG their tomatoes were!

The results are in for the 2026 Cooperative Extension Biggest Tomato Contest, and this year’s winning tomatoes were certainly something to celebrate!The Adult Division winner was Mickey Odom, who…

08/25/2026

🐔 4-H Poultry Show Coming Soon! 🐔

Our Graham County 4-H Poultry Club members are getting ready to show off their birds and put their showmanship skills to the test! 🐓🏆

Join us Saturday, September 12, at the Graham County Farmers Market to support these hardworking 4-H'ers!

👉 Want to learn more about the upcoming show and what our 4-H members have been learning? Click the link below to read the full article!

Graham County 4-H Poultry Club members are getting ready to showcase their hard work and poultry project skills at the upcoming 4-H Poultry Show on Saturday, September 12th, at the Graham County…

08/19/2026

🐄 Beef Cattle Workshop Coming Up!

Join us for an upcoming Beef Cattle Workshop featuring practical information and valuable tips for cattle producers. Whether you're a seasoned producer or just getting started, this workshop is a great opportunity to learn and connect.

👉 Read the full article for workshop details and registration information!

Graham County beef cattle producers are invited to attend an upcoming Beef Cattle Producers Workshop on Thursday, September 24, at 6:00 p.m. at the Graham County Extension Center, 39 South Main…

08/19/2026

🐴 GRAHAM COUNTY EQUINE OWNERS! 🐴
✨ EQUINE ACUPRESSURE CLASS — LIMITED AVAILABILITY! ✨
Interested in learning more about equine acupressure and how it can be incorporated into your horse’s care? Join us for an equine acupressure class with Dr. Briana Blackwelder 's Ridge Mobile Veterinary Services. Limited spots available!

📅 Friday, August 28
⚠️ Limited availability — registration is required!

📞 To learn more or reserve your spot, contact the N.C. Cooperative Extension – Graham County Center at:
828-479-7979

🐎 Spots are limited, so don’t wait!

Please share with your fellow Graham County equine owners!

08/19/2026

🐴 GRAHAM COUNTY EQUINE OWNERS! 🐴

Do you need to have your equine seen by a veterinarian?

Dr. Briana Blackwelder with Hawk’s Ridge Mobile Veterinary Services will be in the Graham County area on Friday, August 28!

If your equine needs veterinary care while she is in the area, please contact the N.C. Cooperative Extension – Graham County Center at:

📞 828-479-7979

This is a great opportunity! Please call as soon as possible to get on the schedule.

***There is some availability for small animal/ruminant care, please call in advance!***

🐎 Share this post with your fellow Graham County equine owners!

Equine Veterinarian providing urgent care and integrative medicine services in the foothills of NC.

08/18/2026

🌟 4-H is more than an extracurricular—it’s an opportunity to grow! 🌱

4-H helps kids build confidence, leadership skills, friendships, and valuable life skills while exploring their interests and having fun. ❤️

Parents, consider enrolling your child in 4-H and give them a chance to learn, lead, serve, and grow!

👉 Read our article “4-H Is More Than Extra Curricular” on our website to learn more about the impact 4-H can have on your child.



Read the full article at: https://graham.ces.ncsu.edu/news/more-than-extra-curricular-what-4-h-can-do-for-your-child/

08/18/2026

🌱 ASK EXTENSION: “Do I really need a soil test?”

Short answer: YES! 🧑‍🌾🌻

Before you add fertilizer, lime, or other amendments to your garden, a soil test can tell you what your soil actually needs.

🔎 A soil test can help you:
✅ Know your soil’s pH
✅ Determine available nutrients
✅ Avoid applying fertilizer your plants don’t need
✅ Save money on unnecessary amendments
✅ Create the best growing conditions for your vegetables, flowers, and other plants

Think of a soil test as a health checkup for your garden! 🌿

Instead of guessing what your soil needs, test it first and fertilize with confidence.

📩 Have a gardening or agriculture question? Ask Extension! Our Extension team is here to help you make informed decisions and grow with confidence.

🌱 What’s your garden question? Send us a message or stop by our office at 39 South Main Street!

08/17/2026

Gardening Tip Box:
💡This Week's Tip:
Start with a soil test--Don't guess what your garden needs!

Graham County Cooperative Extension & 4-H
Growing Knowledge. Growing Communities. Growing Together. 🌱

For more information on soil sampling, go to:

For farmers, gardeners, and landowners in Graham County, fall is an excellent time to take a soil sample. According to NC State Extension, soil testing provides valuable information about soil pH and…

08/17/2026

🐄 Beef Cattle Workshop!

Ready to sharpen your cattle management skills? Join us for an informative Beef Cattle Workshop! 🐮

📅 Check out the flyer for all the details and sign up today! We hope to see you there!



To register go to: go.ncsu.edu/grahamcountyevents