The Bedford Extension Master Gardeners have been busy preparing for our annual PLANT SALE which takes place THIS Saturday, April 29th from 9am - 1pm, at the Cooperative Extension Office, 1257 County Farm Rd. in Bedford, VA. We have a large variety … [Read more...]
Bedford Master Gardeners partner with YMCA to provide youth education
In Bedford, Master Gardeners have partnered with the Bedford Area Family YMCA to provide gardening education to youth involved in after school-care and summer programs. In the YMCA’s unique permaculture teaching garden, Master Gardener volunteers … [Read more...]
Drinking Water Testing Program for Bedford County Residents
The Bedford Extension Office is offering a drinking water testing program for citizens on private water systems (wells, springs, etc.) interested in evaluating the quality of their water. The registration link follows. Details … [Read more...]
What’s Poppin’ this Spring? Your Green Thumb!
Bedford County Master Gardener, Phyllis Turner, was recently interviewed on WSET's TV feature, Living in the Heart of Virginia! Phyllis spoke about how to become a Master Gardener, the upcoming BAMGA plant sale, and Library Workshops that are in … [Read more...]
The Best of Bryce: Talks That Make Us Better Gardeners
Bryce Lane, Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor Emeritus and Lecturer Emeritus, Department of Horticultural Science, NC State UniversityMondays, March 15 through May 3 – 6:30 PM–8:30 PMCome hear eight of Bryce's best presentations, each … [Read more...]
October is Farm to School Month
Farm to School in Virginia is purposefully diverse and locally and regionally motivated. Programming encompasses local procurement for economic viability, nutrition education, environmental stewardship, food and agricultural literacy, school gardens, … [Read more...]
Bedford Extension Office to host water testing clinic in September
What’s in YOUR water? Did you know that private water supplies like wells and springs are unregulated? It is the responsibility of the homeowner to regularly test water quality, maintain the water system, and address any problems. … [Read more...]
Community Help Desk Is Open!
We are thrilled to announce that the Bedford County Extension Master Gardeners' Help Desk is open to take your gardening questions. If you live in the Bedford County VA area, you can contact us by phone call (540) 586-7675 or e-mail bedfordmg@vt.edu. … [Read more...]
Year of the Plant: #NatureNeverCloses!
A few ideas to get you started... Here at Seed Your Future, we envision a world where everyone understands and values the importance of plants and the people who work in the art, science, technology, and business of horticulture. To help us reach … [Read more...]
Continuing Education Opportunities
Virginia Cooperative Extension put together this extensive list of online continuing education opportunities volunteers (and others) can take advantage of while at home: Virginia EMG webinar … [Read more...]