Burke County

The Piedmont Research Station, located in Rowan County, North Carolina, was established in 1904 and has evolved significantly over the years, now encompassing 1,044 acres dedicated to agricultural research. The station focuses on four primary research units: dairy, poultry, field crops, and horticultural crops, and is equipped with advanced facilities to support innovative agricultural practices. In addition to its research initiatives, the Piedmont Research Station actively engages with the local community through educational programs, training sessions, and partnerships with organizations such as soup kitchens and shelters. The station also hosts various events, including field days to share research findings and promote agricultural education. Generated from the website

The Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association (EMGVA) of Burke County, North Carolina, is a non-profit educational service organization comprised of certified Master Gardeners. These trained volunteers provide research-based horticultural information to the community and support extension horticulture and education outreach programs through various projects and activities. Based in Morganton, the EMGVA engages residents from diverse backgrounds and fulfills its mission by planning programs that utilize their training to create immediate positive impacts in the community. The organization is affiliated with the NC Cooperative Extension Burke County Center and is part of a larger network of Extension Master Gardener programs throughout the United States and Canada. Generated from the website