Posted on: September 22, 2023
Do you have a well, cistern, or spring? Did you know that it is your responsibility to test your water to ensure that it is safe to drink for your family?
Registration for VCE Loudoun’s reduced cost water testing program is open this fall. The nu...
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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun
Posted on: September 20, 2023
The Loudoun County 4-H has received a grant from the NRA Foundation for the 4-H Shooting Education Program. The grant has provided $3,400 worth of equipment for the program, which stresses gun safety, form, accuracy, self-discipline and proper sporting us...
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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun
Posted on: September 14, 2023
See how cemeteries first welcomed just the dead and grieving, and then became garden refuges full of life. Born out of necessity, cemeteries were among the first green spaces in cities. Now, some serve as backdrops to community events and even as habitats...
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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun
Posted on: August 14, 2023
Invite a diversity of birds to your garden by planting beautiful native plants that provide both food and habitat. Learn which trees and shrubs are the best for our local feathered friends and create a lovely, dynamic year-round bird oasis in your backyar...
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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun
Posted on: August 8, 2023
Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) has announced a statewide needs assessment survey, aiming to better understand the needs of communities across the state. VCE Loudoun encourages all residents, regardless of their past engagement with Extension service...
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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun
Posted on: July 17, 2023
While the heat sizzles in August and summertime vegetables are ripening fast, early August is also the perfect time to plan for yet another season. We will focus on planning for a late summer and fall garden, when temperatures begin to moderate and cool e...
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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun
Posted on: May 15, 2023
Beyond the benefits of aromatherapy, lavender’s array of health benefits and practical uses stems back centuries. While it can be a persnickety plant to get established, once it has found its happy place, lavender will only require a lot of sun ...
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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun
Posted on: May 12, 2023
Soil health is an essential part of a successful farming operation, but how can we promote productive agriculture in ways that foster soil health, steward the environment and are economically feasible and rewarding? On May 4, 2023, more than 40...
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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun
Posted on: April 18, 2023
VCE Loudoun Master Gardeners Present: Transitioning to Native Plants
Interested in using native plants, but don’t quite know where to start? Join Master Gardener Jane Kirchner as she shares examples of successful and stunning native plant landsca...
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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun
Posted on: April 17, 2023
This National Volunteer Week, VCE Loudoun expresses gratitude for the volunteers who serve Loudoun County as Master Gardeners, Master Food Volunteers and 4-H Volunteers. In 2022, over 500 VCE Loudoun volunteers contributed over 15,000 volunteer hours. Bey...
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