N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center

05/23/2026

Spotted lanternfly nymphs have emerged from their egg masses and are currently in a nymphal stage. For more information about the current life stage, reporting, identification, and management, please read our updated article.

Photo Credit: Matt Bertone, NC State University, 2026 Members of the Forsyth County community are on the front lines of defense in North Carolina against the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (SLF), a pest…

05/22/2026

Learn strategies to incorporate edible plants into your home landscape. Fruits and vegetables aren't just for your raised beds. Join us to learn strategies to incorporate edible plants into your home landscape.

Our presenter for this month is Brad Goodrum, NC State Extension Master Gardener volunteer of Forsyth County.

This class is part of the Arboretum Adult Education series held at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, NC. This class will be held in person at Walnut Hall in Tanglewood Park. Registered participants will receive driving directions.

Registration will close 24 hours prior to the program. Please register through Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/edible-landscaping-arboretum-adult-education-tickets-1988861846321?aff=ebdsoporgprofile. Call 336-703-2850 if you need assistance.

05/21/2026

We've moved! Beginning today, May 21, the NC Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, will begin operating in our new location in the new Forsyth County Agricultural Park at 7232 Forsyth Center Drive in Tobaccoville, N.C.

Cooperative Extension’s phone number remains the same: 336-703-2850. Soil testing kits will not be available after hours at the new location and must be picked up during business hours from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

05/18/2026

There are still a few spots open for our Tuesday evening (6 pm) Pollinator-Friendly Gardening with Native Plants class at Forsyth County Central Library. Join Natural Resources Agent Rebecca Craps to discover how native plants bring beauty and resilience to your home garden while supporting local ecosystems. Visit the Eventbrite link to register!

Discover how native plants can bring beauty and resilience to your home garden while supporting local ecosystems.

05/16/2026

Forsyth County is hiring for a Soil & Water Conservationist. This person will provide assistance with and education about soil and water conservation practices. Visit the Forsyth County Government website to learn more and apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/forsythcountync

05/15/2026

This STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Camp is like no other you have ever been to! You will get a chance to use multiple types of robotics and coding programs. You will be challenged to create a catapult, use other robotics using WeDo, Makey Makey, indoor drones, and learn all about AI! Lunch and snacks will be provided.

June 29 - July 1 from 8:30 AM to 4 PM, with transportation included to the Rockingham County Extension Office.

This is open to 4-H Members ages 9 - 15. It costs $35 to attend (contact [email protected] if payment assistance is desired).

Register through 4-H Online at https://stem2026.4honline.com/

05/13/2026

Learn strategies to incorporate edible plants into your home landscape. Fruits and vegetables aren't just for your raised beds. Join us to learn strategies to incorporate edible plants into your home landscape.

Our presenter for this month is Brad Goodrum, NC State Extension Master Gardener volunteer of Forsyth County.

This class is part of the Arboretum Adult Education series held at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, NC. This class will be held in person at Walnut Hall in Tanglewood Park. Registered participants will receive driving directions.

Reserve your seat today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/edible-landscaping-arboretum-adult-education-tickets-1988861846321?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Registration will close 24 hours prior to the program. Call 336-703-2850 if you need assistance.

05/11/2026

Congratulations to our incredible Forsyth 4-H'ers who competed in the 2026 4-H Wildlife Habitat Education Program (WHEP) State Contest! The Senior Team pictured here will be advancing to the National 4-H WHEP Contest, which will be held in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Alongside this team and their 1st Place Senior Team win, Forsyth 4-H members achieved the following awards:
1st Place Junior Individual
1st Place Junior Team
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Senior Individual
3rd Place Senior Team

Competing against more than 60 4-H'ers from other counties in North Carolina, these youth showed the power of hard work, studying consistently, and being good competitors. Join us in celebrating their accomplishments, and wish the Senior Team "good luck" at the National WHEP Contest!

North Carolina 4-H youth put their wildlife knowledge and habitat management skills to the test at the 2026 4-H Wildlife Habitat Education Program State Contest.

Held at the Eno River Association’s Confluence Natural Area in Orange County, the competition brought together 71 participants from across the state to compete in wildlife identification, habitat evaluation, aerial photo interpretation, and wildlife management recommendations.

Congratulations to all of the participants, and to Forsyth County for earning the top Senior Division team score and the opportunity to represent North Carolina at the National 4-H WHEP Invitational this summer!

Read more: forestry.ces.ncsu.edu/news/record-number-of-youth-test-their-wildlife-knowledge/

05/07/2026

𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞: 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐔𝐩 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥: 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬

Calling all grill masters and food enthusiasts!

Spring has officially arrived, and that means it’s time to bring the cooking outdoors.

Join N.C. Cooperative Extension for an essential and practical session dedicated to the art of grilling and the science of food safety. Make sure your seasonal celebrations are memorable for all the right reasons!

𝐖𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭:

-Grilling Variety: Explore the different foods you can master on the grill.

-Safe Preparation: Learn the "golden rules" of food safety, including proper marinating and avoiding cross-contamination.

-Temperature Control: How to ensure your food is perfectly cooked and safe to serve every time.

-Protection for All: Best practices to keep your family and friends safe from prep to plate.

𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐃𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐒

When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET (Lunch & Learn)

Where: Virtually via Zoom (link will be sent once registration is completed)

Registration is required to reserve your spot and to receive the recording and resources. Please follow the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fire-up-the-grill-grilling-food-safety-tips-tickets-1977717094067?aff=oddtdtcreator

This workshop is part of the 2026 "Extension at Home" Virtual series, brought to you by a collaboration of N.C. Cooperative Extension Agents across the North Central District. This series will feature a new topic on the 2nd Tuesday of each month related to Family and Consumer Sciences.

𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

How much does it cost? These courses are offered at no cost to participants.

Can I attend if I don't live in one of the listed counties? Yes, everyone is welcome to join via Zoom.

What if I cannot attend a live session? Please register anyway. Each month, a recording of the session and materials will be sent out for participants who weren't able to join.

How can I find out about more workshops like this? Contact your local N. C. Cooperative Extension Agent. Visit https://go.ncsu.edu/findfcs to find your county center.

05/06/2026

We're looking for a 4-H Youth Development Agent to join our team! This Agent is responsible for a comprehensive 4-H educational program that meets the needs of the county's limited resource youth ages 5 to 19. Learn more and apply at https://go.ncsu.edu/hiring4-hforsyth