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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.
Upcoming Events
Jul 28
ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - 1 Day Course - Grady County
Cairo, GA - (74.0 miles)
ServSafe Manager Certification Course & Exam – One-Day Training
Food safety is essential for anyone working in foodservice. Join us for a 1-Day ServSafe Manager Certification Course and Exam. This training prepares foodservice managers and employees to earn a nationally recognized food safety certification.
Registration Includes:
• One full day of instruction
• ServSafe Manager book & study materials
• Certification exam
• Light snacks during the training day (Lunch is not provided, so please plan accordingly.)
This training is ideal for restaurant managers, foodservice employees, school nutrition staff, and anyone responsible for food safety in their operation. Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot!
Registration and payment are due by 5pm on Monday, July 13, 2026.
Aug 10
ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Thomas County
Thomasville, GA - (66.0 miles)
Join us Monday, August 10th, for a one-day course and exam. Register by Monday, August 3rd, to receive the course materials. (Courses may be cancelled or re-scheduled due to low attendance)
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Forestry Field Day, Southwest District
Tifton, GA - (63.0 miles)
https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/agriculture-stem/natural-resources/forestry-judging-forestry-field-day/
Oct 5
ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Thomas County
Thomasville, GA - (66.0 miles)
Join us Monday, October 5th, for a one-day course and exam. Register by Monday, September 28th, to receive the course materials. (Courses may be cancelled or re-scheduled due to low attendance)
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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/
