Local NC Cooperative Extension experts preserve cherished recipes and introduce kids to the thrill of summer camp — and that’s just a taste of what they provide to their communities.
beekeeping
Made in NC: Cloister Honey
Cloister Honey won first place in the Food & Drink category of Our State’s Made in NC Awards. The company's flavored spreads, from salted honey to Arbol pepper-infused honey, separate them from the hive.
Bee Charmer Hits Asheville’s Sweet Spot
A store in Asheville sells honey from around the world. But it’s an unabashed love for all things bee that makes it a destination.
Exploring North Carolina’s Honey Varieties
Not all honeys are created equal. In North Carolina, some bees stick to a single kind of flower, shrub, or tree, with surprising (and delicious) results.
Bees Go to Town as Popularity of Urban Beekeeping Grows
There's buzz in Durham at Bee Downtown, a nonprofit that seeks to increase public awareness of the importance of honeybees through urban beekeeping.
The Mystery of Blue Honey
Some North Carolina beekeepers have strong opinions on what makes nature’s nectar turn such a startling shade.
