EMG volunteers of Durham County teach local gardeners about ergonomic gardening tools at the demonstration garden

Planting Seeds for the Future: The Power of Giving

Published - April 29, 2026 Read
EMG volunteers of Durham County with healthy plants they grew smile and welcome the public to learn about sustainable gardening.

Earth Day is Everyday: Learn How Master Gardener Volunteers Are Growing Greener Communities

Published - April 17, 2026 Read
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Impact Report Showcases How Volunteer Contributions Grow the Plant Toolbox

Published - April 20, 2026 Read

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Three houseplants in white ceramic pots.
This Online Course is all about Houseplants

Published - July 3, 2026

From: Extension Gardener
Master Gardener volunteers surrounded by blooming plants engage with community members during a tour of the demonstration garden at the Extension center in Durham County.
National Volunteer Week: Celebrating Extension Master Gardener Volunteers!

Published - April 20, 2026

An EMG volunteer of Durham County presents on pruning in front of a presentation screen that shows the gardening tool in front of a classroom of volunteers who are focused on learning.
2025 Annual Report Spotlights Volunteers' Commitment to Growth through Continuing Ed

Published - April 13, 2026

A Durham community member counts pollinators and records the number counted in a verdant demonstration garden for the 2025 Great Southeast Pollinator Census .
See How Pollinator Census Participation Makes a Difference in the 2025 Annual Report

Published - April 6, 2026

A close-up photo of seedlings of kale & mustard growing together and ready for harvest.
Microgreens for Macro-Satisfaction

Published - April 6, 2026

From: Extension Gardener
A woman in a green Master Gardener apron points to yellow blossoms during a garden tour.
Annual Report Explores Our Volunteers' Growing Impact Across North Carolina

Published - April 3, 2026

Gardening experts install plants at Cooperative Extension.
April is Global Volunteer Month: Shining a Light on the Volunteers Who Inspire Us!

Published - April 1, 2026

John Bowen, a smiling older man, is pictured surrounded by healthy plants he has propagated.
Growing Impact: Meet John Bowen

Published - March 18, 2026

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Color Coded Drought Map of NC showing most of the state in moderate to Exceptional drought. With North Central and South Central the driest
Landscape Tips for Drought

Published - July 8, 2026

From: Gardening
Joanna Radford and Surry County CES Staff
Supporting Farms, Inspiring Youth: A Conversation with Joanna Radford

Published - July 6, 2026

From: Local Food
Hive of honey bees with bees clustered and hanging on the front or 'bearding' due to extremely high daytime temperature.
What Should I be doing in the apiary this month? July

Published - July 1, 2026

From: Pollinators
Banner saying "Independence Day 2026"
Clinic Closed Independence Day

Published - July 1, 2026

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
An array of adaptive tools
Beyond Access: A Celebration of Adaptability

Published - July 1, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
Table with Red header showing the Rate, Application Interval, and RKN Counts for three pesticides.
Center Update: Biology and Management of Turf Diseases in NC: Focusing on Root-Knot Nematode and the Turfgrass Microbiome

Published - June 29, 2026

From: TurfFiles
Fescue lawn
Fescue Lawn Tips

Published - June 25, 2026

From: Gardening
Side-by-side maps labeled A and B show red heat zones, indicating data density. Map A has more concentrated spots, while Map B is elongated with a scale bar.
Center Update: Investigation of the Turfgrass-Infesting Weevil Complex (L. maculicollis and L. anthracinus) and New Interactive Pest Scouting Tools for Stakeholders

Published - June 24, 2026

From: TurfFiles
Garden path with dappled shade
Visual Model of Shade in Your Yard

Published - June 23, 2026

From: Gardening
Fireflies in the forest by a river
How to Attract and Protect Fireflies

Published - June 23, 2026

From: Gardening
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