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Extension News
  • Cyst Nematodes
    Cyst Nematodes UGA researchers Melissa Mitchum and Xunliang Liu have uncovered how cyst nematodes co-opt a sugar beet’s vascular system for their own benefit. By Gary Goettling | Published: 1/14/2025
  • Organic Shelf Life
    Organic Shelf Life Because organic growers and packers must adhere to higher production standards and restrictions on chemical additives, University of Georgia experts are exploring alternative methods for protecting organic products and consumers through a new $3.5 million grant from the United States Department of Agriculture. By Lillian Sosbee | Published: 1/10/2025
  • 2024 RAF Cohort
    2024 RAF Cohort Representatives from six Romanian universities have visited UGA as Romanian-American Foundation Fulbright Scholars since the program began in 2023. By Maria M. Lameiras | Published: 1/7/2025

Upcoming Events

  • Jan 23 Gardening Lunch and Learn Series- Planning Out Your Garden Join us for the first session of our Gardening Lunch and Learn Series as we discuss the planning it takes when it comes to gardening! We will discuss planning out a garden while also discussing when you should do certain gardening tasks during the year!
    • Hartwell, GA - (74.0 Miles)
  • Jan 28 Small Ruminant Parasite Management Workshop and FAMACHA(c) Certification The UGA Extension office in Oglethorpe County will host a small ruminant parasite management training January 28, 2025 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM. The full afternoon of training will cover multiple methods of parasite management, herd health assessments, and how to perform fecal egg counts at home on your sheep or goat farm. The course is $50 per person. RSVP to 706-743-8341 by January 22, 2025.
    • Crawford, GA - (62.0 Miles)
  • Jan 31 - Feb 3 SE District Jr/Sr Project Achievement 4-H Project Achievement event weekend
    • Eatonton, GA - (78.0 Miles)