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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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

A Master Gardener volunteer staffing an information booth shares sustainable gardening advice with a community member.
Make Your Mark on March 25 — NC State Day of Giving

Published - March 3, 2026

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Pine vole with big front teeth emerging from a hole in the ground
Voles, Rabbits, Deer and Other Pesky Critters

Published - June 5, 2026

From: Gardening
Photo from the parking lot showing the front of the building where the PDIC is located
2025 Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Year in Review

Published - June 4, 2026

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
Frame of completely capped honey ready for harvest.
What Should I be doing in the Apiary this month? June

Published - June 1, 2026

From: Pollinators
A man with a beard sits on a wicker sofa with green cushions outdoors, wearing a blue and pink striped polo shirt and gesturing with his hands.
Summer 2026 Pest Update Video

Published - June 1, 2026

From: TurfFiles
Melinda Roberts Headshot (L), Andrea Sherrill Headshot (R)
Shared Harvest: A Conversation with Melinda Roberts and Andrea Sherrill

Published - June 1, 2026

From: Local Food
Flooded field in Mills River, NC
Veggie Disease Update: Week of May 24, 2026

Published - May 29, 2026

From: Vegetable Production
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The Power of Seeing and Describing Plants

Published - May 29, 2026

From: Gardening
Slime mold fruiting bodies on the leaves of a zoysiagrass lawn
Slime Mold Outbreak (Hint: Don't Panic!)

Published - May 28, 2026

From: Turf Pathology
bamboo leaves and stems
Is Bamboo Your Nemesis?

Published - May 22, 2026

From: Gardening
Soil Temperatures in Raleigh since March 1, 2026
Environmental Stress and Turfgrass Performance This Spring

Published - May 20, 2026

From: Turf Pathology
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