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2025 Burke County Plant Sale Fundraiser


2025 Burke County Plant Sale Fundraiser

The 2025 Burke County Plant Sale Fundraiser is underaway and accepting orders.
you can visit the 2025 Plant Sale Fundraiser page for detailed information.

Choose from a Variety of trees, fruit trees, shrubs, and plants such as:

  • Apples
  • Figs
  • Pears
  • Blueberries
  • Blackberries
  • Grapes
  • Japanese Maples
  • Cypress
  • Camelias
  • Azaleas
  • Many More!

Mission

To extend lifelong learning from the University of Georgia to the everyday lives of Georgia citizens through current, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

What is UGA Extension?

UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Burke County, the University of Georgia, the U. S. Department of Agriculture and the State of Georgia.  UGA Cooperative Extension was founded in 1914 to bring research-based information to the people of Georgia backed by specialists and a network of resources.  Today, UGA Extension serves more than 2.6 million Georgians annually.  From publications to in-person workshops and events, Extension is ready to meet the needs of the state and its communities. UGA Extension is on the forefront of food safety, technology, research, and education; keeping Georgia’s economy strong and making life better for Georgians.  Learn more about Extension. 

Our Promise

UGA Extension Burke County links resources of the University of Georgia, Fort Valley State University, and Burke County to provide educational programs, information, and assistance to the citizens of our community.  We promise to provide practical education you can trust, to help people, businesses and our community solve problems, develop skills and build a better future from the ground up.  

 


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Upcoming Events

  • Nov 21 Foundations In Safe Food Handling Topics covered include: Foodborne illness, Good personal hygiene, Time and temperature, and Food Storage. This is a 2-day course. Registration is free. To earn a certificate, both the class and the test are mandatory.
    • Augusta, GA - (18.0 Miles)
  • Nov 22 Foundations In Safe Food Handling Topics covered include: Foodborne illness, Good personal hygiene, Time and temperature, and Food Storage. This is a 2-day course. Registration is free. To earn a certificate, both the class and the test are mandatory.
    • Augusta, GA - (18.0 Miles)
  • Nov 26 Understand and Improve Your Credit Score Want to avoid mistakes that can keep you from getting approved for a loan? Join us to learn more about the factors that contribute to your credit score and why they are important.
    • Augusta, GA - (18.0 Miles)
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