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The Scotland County Center Local Foods contact is Randy Wood.

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Drinking Water Safety

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Vampires Beware...

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Southeastern Vegetable Crop Handbook

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Looking Forward to Frost

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Midsummer Vegetable Garden Checklist

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Scotland County Seed Library Grand Opening

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Summer 2024 Horticulture Newsletter

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