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NC Extension Attends the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior Conference

Published - July 18, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Della Hicks was featured in a session entitled "Programs of Distinction" at the EFNEP Southern Region Meeting which was held in Raleigh on April 23, 2025. Della was the star of the show as she shared with EFNEP leaders from across the country her nutritio

July Northeast District Shoutout Featuring Della Hicks!

Published - July 15, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Fed with Dean Fox

2025 CALS Award for Excellence Winner - Fed Planchón

Published - July 7, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Strength After the Storm: A Conversation With Niki Maness

Published - June 30, 2025

From: Local Food

Eight volunteers posing in a warehouse food pantry in front of stocked shelves

EFNEP Educators Boost Healthy Food Access in Brunswick County

Published - June 20, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Person whisking eggs in a bowl on a counter with measuring cups of chopped vegetables and cheese

Where Ideas Blossom: A Day of Connection and Cultivation

Published - June 3, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Lynnell Teaching

All Aboard the Veggie Terminal Express!

Published - May 22, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

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Strong Minds, Strong Service: Cultivating Wellness for Effective Leadership

Published - May 19, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Man standing beside poster titled "Creating Impactful Success Stories: Crafting Testimonial Videos"

National Health Outreach & Engagement Conference 2025

Published - May 7, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Two women standing in front of a wall reading "Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship."

Rooted in Community: Guilford County's Approach to Food Security

Published - May 5, 2025

From: Local Food

Jones Loflin leading a workshop

EFNEP Regional Conference - Southern Style

Published - April 29, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

NC Hosts National Urban Extension Leaders Regional Conference May 6-8

Published - April 11, 2025

From: Durham County Center

Four people at a counter cutting onions and vegetables in a kitchen labeled "Research Kitchens"

Staff Gain Food Demonstration Skills

Published - April 2, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Sara Roscoe Teaching

Making Connections to Enhance Local Food Systems: A Conversation With Sara Roscoe

Published - March 31, 2025

From: Local Food

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The End of an Era: Saying Goodbye to Patty Bowers After Two Decades of Service

Published - March 31, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

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From Pasture to Plate: EFNEP Educators Discover the Secrets of Big Bottom Milk Company

Published - March 28, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Poster text: "Focus on balanced and sustainable eating." #NationalNutritionMonth; salmon, soup, oranges

Build the Connection Across All Stages of Life! Celebrate Week 4 of National Nutrition Month

Published - March 26, 2025

Explore the connection between food and culture. #NationalNutritionMonth

Explore the Connection Between Food and Culture! Celebrate Week 3 of National Nutrition Month

Published - March 19, 2025

Geri Bushel

Celebrating the Legacy of Geri Bushel

Published - March 18, 2025

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Family & Consumer Science Institutes Return to Raleigh

Published - March 13, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Connect With a Nutrition Expert! Celebrate Week 2 of National Nutrition Month

Published - March 12, 2025

People test food in the Dinah Gore Research Kitchen

FCS Agents Bring Flavor to the Forefront

Published - March 11, 2025

Connect with your food. #NationalNutritionMonth — rice bowl with glazed salmon, avocado, peppers

Connect With Food! Celebrate Week One of National Nutrition Month

Published - March 5, 2025

Increasing Access to Meet Community Needs: A Conversation With Marlana Baker

Published - March 3, 2025

From: Local Food

National EFNEP Coordinators' Conference 2025

Published - February 27, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Happy National Nutrition Month! #NationalNutritionMonth — asparagus, almonds, yogurt bowl with blueberries, banana, oats

Celebrate National Nutrition Month in March!

Published - February 26, 2025

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Ila Mcllwean White Family and Consumer Sciences Program Endowent Award Winner - Marissa Spillman

Published - February 20, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

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EFNEP Enhancement Fund Award Winner - Della Hicks

Published - February 18, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Susan McCaskill Morgan Award Winner - Cindy Rivenbark

Published - February 14, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

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Ngaire Van Eck Award Winner - Angie Lawrence

Published - February 11, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Five people standing; center woman holds a certificate; backdrop reads "NC Cooperative Extension"

EFNEP Endowment Award Winner - Lynnell Godfrey

Published - February 7, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Five people at NC Cooperative Extension event; center woman holds an award plaque.

Minnie Miller Brown Award Winner- Seydel Cropps

Published - February 5, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Chrissy making a recipe

Celebrating a Remarkable Achievement: Chrissy Barbrey Graduates With an Associate's Degree!

Published - January 28, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Three women standing in front of a poster titled "Bridging Food Access and Nutrition Education"

A Partnership That Stands the Test of Time

Published - January 21, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

EFNEP

Honoring EFNEP Award Winners

Published - January 17, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

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Collaborating for Greater Impact

Published - January 14, 2025

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Della teaching

Holiday Gathering to Celebrate Success!

Published - December 18, 2024

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

staff at dairy farm

Exploring Local Food Systems and Community Solutions

Published - December 12, 2024

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Rhonda and Seydel with awards

Celebrating Dedication: Honoring Rhonda Church and Seydel Cropps

Published - December 10, 2024

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

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EFNEP Leadership Meeting

Published - November 13, 2024

From: EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

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