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Welcome to Dougherty County Cooperative Extension
University of Georgia Cooperative Extension in Dougherty County provides a variety of educational programs and client services to the residents of our county. We are dedicated to helping people find answers to questions related to the following areas
UGA Extension is a statewide educational organization funded by federal, state and local governments that brings research-based education directly to individuals, families and communities.
Through a partnership between Dougherty County and UGA Extension, the updated, unbiased, research-based information is provided to our community. We invite you to contact us at (229) 436-7216 or visit our office at 125 Pine Avenue, Suite 100, Albany, GA 31701.
We are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., we are closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for lunch.
If you have questions about:
- Home Lawns, Vegetable and Fruit Gardening, Flower Gardening and Landscaping, Master Gardeners, Row crops like Peanuts, Cotton and Corn, Tree Crops like Pecans and Citrus, Ponds, Plant Diseases and Insects, contact Vivek Bist at (229) 436-7216 or vivek.bist@uga.edu
- Nutrition, ServSafe, Healthy Eating, Weight Loss, Canning, Cooking for Large Groups, Stain Removal, Finances, Credit, Your Home Safety, Recipes, Decorating, Sewing, Crafts or Diabetes, contact us at (229) 436-7216.
- 4-H Club, Summer Camp, Summer Classes, Project Achievement, or Youth Competitions, contact our 4-H Agent, Jennifer Edwards jennifer.edwards25@uga.edu
Agricultural and Natural Resources Blog
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Mid-season Update on Pecan Scab in Albany, GeorgiaPecan scab is a major concern for pecan growers during this time of the growing season. The hot and humid South Georgia summer provides favorable environmental conditions for the development and spread of pecan scab. It is challenging for growers to keep the disease pressure under control in the susceptible cultivars. Growers depend on strict […]
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Mid-season Fertilizer Management of PecansMid-season fertilization is important for pecan production to ensure higher nut yield and quality. Pecan trees have peak nitrogen demand during the foliage growth stage in early spring and the kernel filling stage in late summer. The tree progressively sizes the shell, fills it with liquid endosperm, and deposits the kernel between these two peaks […]
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Summer Internship Opportunity at UGA Dougherty County ExtensionUGA Extension offers a paid internship opportunity in the summer for undergraduate and graduate students to get hands-on experience and explore potential career in Extension. We are looking for a full-time intern for Summer (May, June, July) 2026 to work under the supervision of the Agricultural & Natural Resources (ANR) Extension Agent in Dougherty County. […]
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Sign-up for 2026 Dougherty County Master Gardener TrainingDougherty County Extension Office is looking for interested candidates who would like the opportunity to become Master Gardener Extension Volunteers and serve their communities with other garden enthusiasts. Training for certification as a Master Gardener Extension Volunteer will be offered through the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension office in Dougherty County. The Master Gardener Extension […]
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Lawn Disease Update – Rhizoctonia Large PatchRhizoctonia large patch (also known as brown patch in cool-season grasses) is the most common and severe disease of all warm season grasses such as centipede grass, zoysia grass, bermudagrass and St. Augustine grass. This disease is caused by a soilborne fungal pathogen Rhizoctonia solani. We start seeing this disease in home lawns and commercial […]
Upcoming Classes being offered...
Dougherty County Master Gardener Training
The UGA Extension Georgia Master Gardener Program offers plant enthusiasts 50 hours of expert-led training in horticulture, covering topics like plant biology, pest control, and water-efficient gardening. After completing the program and volunteer service hours, participants become certified Master Gardener Extension Volunteers, sharing their knowledge with the community through educational and beautification projects. Sign up for the 2025 training with UGA Dougherty County Cooperative Extension to get involved!
To sign up for any classes with us call (229) 436-7216 to register
All of our classes require pre-registration. If there is a materials fee, please make check or money order payable to:
Dougherty County Extension and send to:
Dougherty County Cooperative Extension
125 Pine Ave., Suite 100
Albany, GA 31701-2545
Extension News
Upcoming Events
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Jul 7 - Jul 8 ServSafe Food Protection Manager Training and Exam UGA Bartow County Extension is offering a 2-day ServSafe® Manager Certification Course on July 7-8, 2026 Course Details: • Time 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (each day) (1-hour lunch on your own) • Fee: $150 (all-inclusive) Registration includes • 12 Hours of instructions • Course • Study Materials • Certification Exam • Drinks and Snacks during Training Topics Include: • Food Safety at all stages of operation • Facilities and pest management • Cleaning and sanitizing • Additional essential food safety practices If you have any questions, you can contact Angelica Davis, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, at Angelica.Bridges@uga.edu or (770) 387-5142. Register early to secure your spot and take the next step toward ServSafe® Manager Certification
- Cartersville, GA - (185.0 Miles)
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Jul 7 Food Preservation Workshop: Salsas Ready to learn how to can your own delicious Salsa? Join us on July 7th, 2026 from 4:00 pm-6:00 PM for a hands-on class covering boiling water bath canning. $25 Registration Includes: * 2 hours of hands-on instruction * 1 jar of your very own canned salsa to take home
- CARROLLTON, GA - (149.0 Miles)
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Jul 7 Strawberry Jam Class Join us to make strawberry jam at the Evans County Extension Office in this beginner-friendly food preservation class!
- Claxton, GA - (138.0 Miles)