February 2024
4-H State Volunteer Conference
Alesia Moore received the NC 4-H VLA Conference Southern States Scholarship at the 2024 NC 4-H State Volunteer Conference in Durham on Saturday, February 3, 2024. For 4-H information contact Meg Wyatt.
Horticulture
Pruning Shade Trees
Shade trees require pruning for the same reasons as other landscape plants: Prune to conform to a specified size and shape, prune out excess branches to prevent rubbing together, removal of broken or damaged branches, double leaders or narrow V-shaped crotches. Most homeowners should limit their tree pruning to small branches, which can be reached from the ground. The pruning of large branches and work off the ground should involve professional tree experts with proper equipment. Learn more. For additional information about Horticulture, contact Charles Mitchell.
Family & Consumer Science
Heart Health Month
Whether it’s from everyday deadlines, financial struggles, or the COVID-19 pandemic, stress shows up often in life. And your body reacts to it: your heart rate increases, your blood vessels narrow—and over time, these little blows can add up and do damage to your health, particularly your heart. With chronic stress, you’re more likely to have high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and poor sleep. Learn More. For additional Family and Consumer Science information contact Dominque Simon, 919-496-3344.New Year
Science
Nutrition Education
Equine - EIA & Vaccine Clinic
Visit NC Farms App
Download the Visit NC Farms App, the mobile app that connects you to local farms, food and fun! Explore North Carolina with the Visit NC Farms app, the farm fresh app you need. Download the app on the App Store or get it on Google Play. #VisitNCFarms Learn more
Upcoming Programs
- Framing Our Food System Conversations - March 6, 13, 19, 26, 27
- Franklin County Seed Library Kickoff Celebration - March 7
- Spice Make & Take Workshop - March 14
- Horse Series Meeting #3 - March 14
For additional program information contact the Franklin County Center office at 919-496-3344.