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UGA Extension Bulloch County offers educational programs in the areas of horticulture and agriculture, as well as leadership and citizenship opportunities for youth.

UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Bulloch County, the University of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Backed up by specialists and a network of resources, Extension Agents have been on the job in Georgia since 1914.

For more information in our main program areas, visit our pages:

Agriculture & Natural Resources

4-H Youth Development

Family & Consumer Sciences


Bulloch County Extension Office

Mission

Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

Disclaimer:  The 4-H Activities performed virtually may be shared by trained staff, volunteers, and/or 4-H’ers.  Information may be the opinion of the 4-H’ers sharing and may or may not be accurate or vetted by Extension Staff.  Youth under 18 should have permission from parents/guardians to participate in any of the virtually shared activities.  By viewing, you understand that minors in your household participating in these videos are under your responsibility and safekeeping.


Extension News

Upcoming Events

  • Jan 26 - Feb 28 Journeyman Farmer Small Fruit and Vegetable Training Registration Open for March Classes UGA Extension in Carroll & Paulding Counties are hosting a Journeyman Farmer Certification program that provides comprehensive training for beginning farmers. Registration closes on February 27. Class dates are listed below. The program requires a two-step training: Step 1 - Small Farm Business Planning-In person, Monday March 9 - 9 am until 5 pm. Step 2 – Step 2- Small Fruit & Vegetable Production In-person training (with required at-home, online preparation) Monday, March 16, 23, and 30- 9 am until 4 pm. Step 3- Hands-on-Production & Intern/Mentorship Opportunities -By application, dependent on availability of mentor/intern farm and successful completion of Steps 1 and 2. Cost for Part 1: $25 Cost for Part 2: $75 *Participants must complete Step One Small Farm Business Planning before participating in Step Two. For more information, contact the Carroll County Extension Office at 770-836-8546.
    • Carrollton, GA - (208.0 Miles)
  • Feb 26 - Feb 28 Journeyman Farmers Certificate Program Small Fruit and Vegetable Production Section The program was developed in partnership with Georgia Organics and the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association. Topics include Soil health and fertility, soil amendments and fertilizers, cover crops, crop rotations, pest management, crop selection, crop propagation, equipment, post-harvest handling, food safety, and marketing.
    • Conyers, GA - (156.0 Miles)
  • Feb 28 - Mar 1 Horse Judging & Hippology Certified Coaches' Training https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/agriculture-stem/agriculture/livestock-and-animal-projects/horse-programs/
    • Perry, GA - (110.0 Miles)
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