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Welcome to Decatur County!

Decatur County Extension office building

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

Motto:  "Putting Knowledge to Work"

Located in our new facility since June, 2013.  Our facility also houses the Farm Service Agency and Natural Resource Conservation Offices.

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UGA Extension is partnering with Georgia Grown to connect consumers with growers! Visit the Extension website (https://t.uga.edu/5TB) for a full list of growers in your area. To learn more about the partnership, read the story (https://t.uga.edu/5V8).


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https://extension.uga.edu/ag-products-connection.html and the social media accounts of our extensive network of county Extension offices throughout the state.


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Upcoming Events

  • Dec 9 Walk-A-Weigh Walk-a-Weigh is an 8-week nutrition and physical activity program designed to help participants build healthy habits, manage weight, and improve overall wellness through weekly lessons, resources, and group support.
    • Cairo, GA - (22.0 Miles)
  • Dec 11 Holiday Food Preservation Workshop Join the Dougherty County UGA Extension office in a Holiday Food Preservation party! Make pomegranate jelly, dried orange garlands, and mini wreaths with us! Cost is $25 per person. We can accept cash or check. Spots are limited, so be sure to register to save your seat!
    • Albany, GA - (51.0 Miles)
  • Dec 12 - Dec 13 State Cotton Boll & Consumer Judging Contest Cotton Boll and Consumer Judging is a competitive judging contest where 4-H’ers learn about cotton as an agriculture commodity in our state as well as to promote cotton through commercials or advertisements. 4-H’ers gain skills in making rational decisions when purchasing goods and services while maximizing resources. https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/healthy-living/healthy-living-contests/cotton-boll-and-consumer-judging/
    • Eatonton, GA - (180.0 Miles)
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