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Pumpkin: Spice up your Life
November 17, 2025 | Written by: Kimberly Moore, Health and Well-being Extension AgentAs fall settles in, the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to show their colors. With these seasonal shifts, the selection of fresh fruits and vegetables available in Delaware changes as well. One standout of the season is the pumpkin. Fresh pumpkins can be found at markets and stores across the state from August through November. They’re perfect for outdoor décor, carving into jack-o’-lanterns, or using in a wide variety of delicious recipes. And if working with a whole pumpkin feels intimidating—or they’re out of season—canned pumpkin puree offers an easy, affordable way to bring that classic fall flavor to your meals. -
Protecting Poultry
November 11, 2025 | Written by Michele Walfred | Photos by Michele WalfredUniversity of Delaware students enrolled in the course Understanding Today’s Agriculture visited a local organic poultry farm for an up-close, candid look into the state's largest agricultural sector. The farm’s owner, Georgie Cartanza, is UD Cooperative Extension’s poultry extension agent and a chicken grower herself with four poultry houses. She taught students about the importance of biosecurity on a farm. -
The county agent
November 10, 2025 | Written by Michele Walfred | Photos by Michele Walfred and courtesy of National 4-HUD Cooperative Extension’s embrace of tradition and innovation extends across the state of Delaware. As agriculture is the leading economic driver in Delaware and is responsible for nearly $13 billion annually, Extension plays a big role in a small state. County agriculture agents serve as a bridge to farmers, helping them access the latest research and information about agriculture.
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