N.C. Cooperative Extension - Pamlico County Center

07/28/2026

Hop over to the festival and join us for Jones, Craven, Pamlico Livestock-N.C. Cooperative Extension's Youth Rabbit Show! 🐰

Register by September 24th, 2026.
Open to ALL counties! 😍

More info ▶ https://jones.ces.ncsu.edu/news/jones-craven-and-pamlico-rabbit-show-the-jones-county-heritage-festival/

07/17/2026

🌧️ More rain often means more mosquitoes! 🦟 Learn simple, effective ways to reduce mosquito breeding around your home and protect your family this season. Follow the link in the preview to read more!

With an increase in summertime precipitation, residents should not be surprised to see an increase in biting insects. Biting flies and mosquitoes are the most common of these in Pamlico County, with…

06/17/2026

Pamlico County 4-H youth spent eight weeks learning dairy calf care, showmanship, and leadership before showcasing their skills at the 2026 Dairy Project and Show.

06/17/2026

🥒 Don’t let squash vine borers ruin your garden! Learn how to spot the signs early and protect your squash, zucchini, and pumpkin plants before it’s too late. 🌱

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Written by: Charlotte Glen, Horticulture Agent, taken from go.ncsu.edu/readext?150405Have you ever ventured into the garden in early summer and found your squash or zucchini plants have collapsed,…

06/16/2026

🌧️ Build your own rain barrel and learn how to make the most of nature’s resources!

Join the Pamlico Extension Master Gardeners for a hands-on Rain Barrel Building Workshop. You’ll learn about rainwater harvesting and leave with your very own rain barrel to use at home.

📅 July 25, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Pamlico County Historical Association & Museum, Grantsboro, NC
💲 $75 per barrel

Register online here: https://pamlico-rain-barrel-workshop-2026.eventbrite.com/

Space may be limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today! 💧🌱
For accommodations related to disabilities, contact Daniel Simpson at [email protected] or 252-745-4121.

06/16/2026

Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus is the #1 disease issues of tomatoes in Pamlico County. Several plants brought to the Extension office this week tested positive, and where there is one there is many. Know the symptoms https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/tomato-spotted-wilt-virus-on-tomato-and-pepper

06/02/2026

Thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Craven/Pamlico 4-H Dairy Project. These sponsors make this project possible for the youth; without them, it wouldn't be possible!

05/20/2026

Irises bring timeless beauty, vibrant color, and surprising toughness to Southern gardens 🌿💜 Learn about the different types of irises, how to grow them successfully in Eastern North Carolina, and common care tips for healthy blooms.

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Explore the timeless beauty of irises in Eastern North Carolina gardens, including popular varieties, planting tips, and care advice for lasting spring color and resilience.

05/08/2026

Fresh, crisp cucumbers are one of the easiest and most rewarding vegetables to grow in a summer garden 🥒🌱

Learn tips for planting, watering, harvesting, choosing varieties, and managing common cucumber problems in our latest article. Follow the link in the preview to read more!

Learn how to grow cucumbers in North Carolina with tips on planting, watering, harvesting, recommended varieties, and common cucumber problems.

04/24/2026

🌽🌾 Planting season is underway in Pamlico County, and corn growers are facing both opportunities and challenges this year. Learn more about what goes into corn production and the 2026 growing season in our latest article—follow the link in the preview to read more.

Learn about corn planting season in Pamlico County, including key growth stages, yield factors, and the challenges growers face in 2026 such as weather, nutrients, and rising input costs.