N.C. Cooperative Extension, Yancey County Center

06/17/2026

Income Limits: Getting help with groceries in North Carolina?

If you’re applying for SNAP , here’s what you need to know about the current monthly income limits (pre-tax) through September 2026:

👥 Household Size / Monthly Income Limit:
● 1 Person: $2,610

● 2 People: $3,526

● 3 People: $4,442

● 4 People: $5,360

● 5 people: $6,276

● For each added family member: +$918

Eligibility is based on who you live and cook with! Remember, deductions for rent, utilities, and childcare can help you qualify even if you’re close to the limit. 🏠💡

Don't wait—apply today via ePASS (epass.nc.gov) or call the More In My Basket team toll-free at 1-855-240-1451.

06/16/2026

Check this out if you use Mrs Myers cleaning products! As the guy states in the video, there’s nothing wrong with using it, just don’t use it in spaces where you are trying to disinfect.

06/15/2026

REMINDER: Tomorrow at 10 AM, we will be conducting a class for any cut flower enthusiasts. Anyone interested in growing their own cut flowers at home can attend. The class will be designed for beginners, but will be good for all levels of cut flower growing experience. Space is limited to 15 participants! If you would like to register, call the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Yancey County Center at (828) 682-6186.

06/10/2026

Please notice the tragic change when coming into Harvest Share! We’ll be there tomorrow, rain or shine! I’m bringing a Napa cabbage and turnip slaw and an orzo garden salad for folks to sample! Both recipes use many of the produce items that will be available at the tables 🥬🫜😋

Harvest Share (our free, walk-up produce market) happens at West Burnsville Baptist Church every Wednesday from 10-12. Remember to please enter on Love Fox Rd rather than W Burnsville Church Rd.

See you tomorrow! Remember to bring your own bags if you're able, kitchen scraps for our community compost program, and a love of local fresh veggies! Everyone is welcome.

Harvest Share is a collaboration of Dig In, TRACTOR Food and Farms , and Reconciliation House, Burnsville, NC , with cooking demonstrations hosted by N.C. Cooperative Extension, Yancey County Center and Plant Based Burnsville.

06/08/2026

Budgeting Tips:

Stretching your SNAP benefits doesn’t have to be a struggle! 🛒

With a few smart moves, you can fill your cart with healthy, delicious meals without breaking the bank. Here are 3 quick tips for your next grocery run:

🍲Go for store brands: Skip the big names and reach for the "generic" or store-brand versions. They usually have the exact same ingredients but cost way less.

🫘Buy staples in bulk: Stock up on rice, dried beans, and oats. They are filling, shelf-stable and cost much less per serving than pre-packaged meals.

📱Download Store Apps: Clip digital coupons before you go and check the weekly circulars to plan your meals around what’s on sale.

To learn more about the SNAP program, visit the morefood.org website or call the More In My Basket team toll-free at 1-855-240-1451.

06/08/2026

‼️UPDATE!‼️
Due to a scheduling conflict, the Commercial Kitchen Safety & Orientation Class originally planned for Monday, June 8 has been rescheduled.

🗓 New Date: Thursday, June 11
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Reconciliation House

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your flexibility. We look forward to helping participants learn more about North Carolina food regulations, labeling requirements, food safety practices, and the opportunities available through the Reconciliation House commercial kitchen.

If you've been thinking about producing value-added food products or using the commercial kitchen, we hope you'll join us on June 11!

Again, if you have any questions, please contact Niki at (828) 682-6186 or [email protected].

06/06/2026

"Can I make this at home and sell it?"

Do you know when a product can be made at home and when a commercial kitchen is required? Are you familiar with North Carolina's food regulations, labeling requirements, and food safety expectations?

Join us for our Commercial Kitchen Safety & Orientation Class at Reconciliation House on Thursday, June 11, at 6:00 PM.

This FREE class is required for anyone planning to use the commercial kitchen and is open to anyone interested in learning more about producing food products for sale.

Topics include:
✅ North Carolina food regulations and requirements
✅ When a commercial kitchen may be required
✅ Labeling and packaging requirements
✅ Food safety basics, including preventing cross-contamination
✅ Best practices for producing value-added food products
✅ Commercial kitchen policies, procedures, and scheduling

Whether you're exploring a new business idea, expanding your farm operation, or simply wanting to better understand the rules surrounding food production, this class will help you get started on the right foot.

This class is offered by Niki Maness, Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent with Yancey Cooperative Extension. No registration is required, but we will start promptly at 6. If you have any questions, please contact Niki at (828) 682-6186 or [email protected].

06/05/2026

Join EcoForesters, the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy, and the North Carolina Wildlife Federation for a hands-on workshop on invasive species identification and control! Saturday, June 27th 9AM-12PM (lunch included!) SAHC's Bowditch Bottoms Preserve 1291 NC-80 Burnsville, NC 28714 This w...

06/05/2026

Public Health Notice from River Health District in Mitchell County, but could affect Yancey residents as well.

The Toe River Health District is actively investigating a foodborne illness outbreak in Mitchell County involving reported cases of Salmonella and Campylobacter. Public health officials are working closely with state partners and the restaurant involved to identify the source, protect public health, and prevent additional illnesses. For complete details, please see the attached press release.

05/27/2026