NC Cooperative Extension - Buncombe County

11/03/2026

We are looking for a summer intern for our Buncombe County 4-H program! If you or someone you know would be interested in learning about Extension programming and what it looks like to have a career as an Extension Agent, please share and apply. Applications are due January 12, 2027. More details can be found at the link below.

Imagine a career in which you can make a positive difference in the community every day…A summer internship with North Carolina Cooperative Extension provides a high-caliber educational experience…

10/22/2026

Do you have a passion for agriculture, livestock production, and helping local farmers thrive? We are looking for a dedicated Livestock Agent to join our Buncombe team.

The Livestock and Forages Agent will be the go-to resource for our local agricultural community—assisting with livestock management, sharing best practices, and supporting our hard-working producers.

To learn more about NC Cooperative Extension, the position, and benefits click on the link below. You can also submit your application at the link as well.

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/236313

10/21/2026

As fall colors peak, October is a great time to focus on trees. Two years post-Helene, our altered landscapes are stabilizing, revealing where we can welcome new trees. If you don’t have space for…

10/20/2026

Meet the Joro spider couple! 💛 The female is the big, bold one enjoying a snack, while her much smaller male counterpart hangs out nearby. Talk about a size difference!

https://forestry.ces.ncsu.edu/news/joro-spiders-in-north-carolina-everything-you-need-to-know/

10/20/2026

Beef cattle producers in Western North Carolina are encouraged to take advantage of an upcoming Bull Breeding Soundness Exam (BSE) Day, an important opportunity to ensure bulls are prepared for the upcoming breeding season. Appointments are required. See the information below for more details.

Beef cattle producers in Western North Carolina are encouraged to take advantage of an upcoming Bull Breeding Soundness Exam (BSE) Day, an important opportunity to ensure bulls are prepared for the…

10/19/2026

Jordan English, our Buncombe 4-H Agent, has been out making the rounds to many local schools including this lesson she taught at Fairview Elementary. Fall is a great time to learn about plants, agriculture, and nutrition!

10/15/2026

Created in the early 2010s to address the rapid loss of North Carolina agricultural land—with our state currently ranking second in the nation for farmland loss—NC FarmLink has grown into a statewide network. Click below to learn more and see current listings statewide and in Buncombe County.

Find a farmer, find land, or find a service provider. We support successful farmland transitions.

10/13/2026

Curious when we should expect our first freeze? Check out this interactive map to see each county of our state and the average first and last freeze dates.

This information is also available in an interactive map. CHART Prepared by Corey Davis, Assistant State Climatologist, State Climate Office of North Carolina, and Darrian Bertrand, Applied…

10/12/2026

NC Cooperative Extension will be offering animal waste continuing education credit zooms on November 4th, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and on November 19th, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM for those in need of credits. If you would like to sign up for these to earn credit, please visit the link below.

NC Cooperative Extension will be offering animal waste continuing education credit zooms on November 4th, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and on November 19th, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM for those…

10/10/2026

The Buncombe County Beekeepers Club (BCBC) is pleased to announce its annual Bee School, taking place November 7-8, 2026, at Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa. The weekend program is designed to cover the essentials of beekeeping, providing beginners with the tools to successfully navigate their first year while also offering fresh perspectives for seasoned beekeepers.

Buncombe County Beekeepers Club The Buncombe County Beekeepers Club (BCBC) is a 501(c)(3) and a chapter of North Carolina State Beekeepers Association (NCSBA). We hold monthly meetings where you can find current information about beekeeping, techniques and trends. Your tax-deductible donation helps....