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SUMMARY:Perry and Doris Teeter Beef Leadership Institute — Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThe Perry and Doris Teeter Beef Leadership Institute is a free program for high school students ages 14–19 who want to build beef-industry knowledge and leadership skills. \nSchedule and location\nApplications are due November 30\, 2026. The institute will be held February 19–21\, 2027\, in Hickory\, North Carolina. \nRegistration and planning\nThe official notice highlights team building\, public speaking\, college opportunities and beef education. Applicants should use the current application materials and contact Brent Jennings or Lilly Russell with eligibility questions. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/perry-and-doris-teeter-beef-leadership-institute-application-deadline/
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SUMMARY:Leap Into Sheep 2027 — Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nLeap Into Sheep gives first-time youth exhibitors a supported opportunity to raise and show a lamb with help from the youth livestock program. \nSchedule and location\nApplications are due December 1\, 2026. The program is limited to listed participating counties and to beginners who have not previously shown animals through this program. The official notice lists participating counties; Highlands readers should check county eligibility carefully. \nRegistration and planning\nThe $50 registration fee covers the lamb\, one bag of feed\, a blanket\, feed trough and halter. Families remain responsible for other project expenses. Review the participant overview and county list before applying. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/leap-into-sheep-2027-application-deadline/
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SUMMARY:Burke County Master Gardener Class — Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nBurke County is accepting applications for a 14-week Extension Master Gardener class that combines horticulture education with preparation for volunteer service. \nSchedule and location\nApplications must arrive before 5 p.m. Eastern on December 4\, 2026\, at the Burke County Extension Office in Morganton. Training starts January 19\, 2027\, and meets Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. \nRegistration and planning\nThe application includes the Extension Master Gardener Code of Conduct. The $70 fee is not due with the application; the office will provide a later payment deadline after selection. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/burke-county-master-gardener-class-application-deadline/
LOCATION:Burke County Extension Center\, 130 Ammons Drive\, Morganton\, NC\, 28655
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SUMMARY:Sevier County Master Gardener Intern Class — Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nSevier County is accepting applications for its 2027 Master Gardener intern class. The program combines horticulture training with preparation for volunteer service. \nSchedule and location\nApplications are due January 15\, 2027. The course is scheduled on Tuesdays from February 2 through April 27\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, at the Sevier County Extension Office. \nRegistration and planning\nApplicants complete a brief interview before acceptance. The $175 fee is due after acceptance and includes course materials\, the Master Gardener Handbook and program resources. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/sevier-county-master-gardener-intern-class-application-deadline/
LOCATION:Sevier County Extension Office\, 752 Old Knoxville Highway\, Sevierville\, TN\, 37862
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SUMMARY:NC Farm School Western Piedmont — Final Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nNC Farm School Western Piedmont combines business planning\, classroom instruction\, farm visits and an on-farm consultation for new and expanding farmers. \nSchedule and location\nApplications are due by February 15\, 2027\, or earlier if the class reaches 35 approved participants. A virtual orientation is planned for March 15\, followed by in-person sessions March 22\, April 26\, May 24 and June 28. \nRegistration and planning\nTuition is $300 for one participant or $550 for a two-person team. Applicants are reviewed periodically\, so the class may fill before the final date. A $25 discount is listed for prior small-farm boot camp participants. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/nc-farm-school-western-piedmont-final-application-deadline/
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