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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.
Burke County Office Contact Info
- Shipping: 715 West 6th Street Burke County Office Park Waynesboro, GA 30830
- Mailing: P. O. Box 300 Waynesboro, GA 30830-0300
- Email: uge3033@uga.edu
- Phone: 706-554-2119
Free online learning
24/7 Tips to live a more active lifestyle, shop smarter, make healthier food choices, and cook delicious meals on a budget! Receive free kitchen and fitness items.
Upcoming Events
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May 3 Richmond County 4-H Gardening Club Open to 4th - 12th grade Richmond County 4-H'ers. Learn about gardening with Mrs. Brown, a local Master Gardener. Contact pamela.crawford@uga.edu or uge3245f@uga.edu for more information.
- Augusta, GA - (18.0 Miles)
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May 17 Richmond County 4-H Fishing Club Richmond County 4-H Fishing Club is open to Richmond County youth in 4th through 12th grades during the 2024-2025 school year. No experience is necessary. We will learn about different local species and basic fishing steps. The fishing club will meet one Saturday per month in September, October, November, January, February, March, and May, except for cancellations due to inclement weather. Before attending a Fishing Club meeting, participants must pay a $10.00 registration fee and return a signed waiver to uge3245f@uga.edu and sandihoc@uga.edu. Please feel free to contact Sandi Hockenberry at sandihoc@uga.edu for more information about Fishing Club or details about an upcoming meeting.
- Hephzibah, GA - (15.0 Miles)
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May 17 Coastal Georgia Beekeeping School This six-part course will consist of lectures and hands-on demonstrations from our instructors Keith Fielder of UGA Extension as well as Greg Walker and Laura Liu of the Coastal Empire Beekeepers Association. Topics covered include honey bee biology, hive management, bee forage, honey extraction, and more! Each day also offers and advanced training in the afternoon session.
- Savannah, GA - (89.0 Miles)