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Cooperative Extension is an outreach branch of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, College of Family and Consumer Sciences and Georgia 4-H. Our office serves the residents of Echols County with unbiased, research-based education in the areas of agriculture, natural resources, family development, housing/home environment, and youth development.

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Extension News

2025 Agricultural Hall of Fame The 2025 honorees are former University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Assistant Dean David Bridges and agriculture industry leader Ralph Evans. By Maria M. Lameiras | Published: 3/26/2025

Listening Session United States Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited the Iron Horse Farm at the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences earlier this month for a listening session with Georgia’s agricultural leaders and the Georgia Department of Agriculture. By Emily Cabrera | Published: 3/25/2025

Farm Bill You’ve probably heard of the U.S. Farm Bill, but do you know what it is? While it may seem like it only affects farmers, this complex legislation impacts everyone — whether you buy groceries, care about conservation or rely on nutrition programs. By Emily Cabrera | Published: 3/20/2025

Regenerative Bioscience Center The Regenerative Bioscience Center began in 2004 with just a handful of faculty and a bold vision, and today, it has grown into a thriving community of 44 members across eight colleges at the University of Georgia. By Charlene Betourney | Published: 3/19/2025

2025 Flavor of Georgia A record-breaking 173 products were entered into the 2025 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest, setting the stage for an exciting competition on April 17 at The Classic Center in downtown Athens. By Lillian Sosbee | Published: 3/18/2025

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Upcoming Events

Mar 28 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - 1 Day Course - Grady County Cairo, GA - (74.0 miles) UGA Grady County Extension will be offering a 1-Day ServSafe@ Manager Certification Course and Exam. All Inclusive $150 Registration Fee includes: 1 Day of Instruction/Review Course Book Study Materials Certification Exam Light Snacks during Training Course topics include food safety at all stages, facilities and pest management, cleaning and sanitizing, and more! Contact Family and Consumer Agent, Janette Burkes, with any questions. Phone:229-377-1312 Email: janette.burkes@uga.edu

Apr 22 - Apr 23 Georgia 4-H Area Poultry Judging Contest - Tifton Tifton, GA - (63.0 miles) 4-H Agricultue & Science event

May 20 The Green Clean Workshop Havana, GA - (85.0 miles) Eco-Friendly Cleaning Workshop Ready to make your home cleaner and greener? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how eco-friendly cleaning can benefit both your home and the environment! Tuesday, May 20, 2025 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Havana Public Library (203 E 5th Ave, Havana, FL 32333) $10 Registration Includes: Insight on the benefits of eco-friendly cleaning A hands-on experience creating your own natural laundry detergent A sample to take home and try for yourself!

Nov 13 - Nov 14 Cotton Boll & Consumer Judging - Colquitt Moultrie, GA - (51.0 miles) 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/

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