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Inside the UGA testing lab that fuels smarter farming in the Southeast and around the globe Posted by Katie Walker, Maria Lameiras on Feb 12, 2026
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Upcoming Events

  • Jan 26 - Feb 28 Journeyman Farmer Small Fruit and Vegetable Training Registration Open for March Classes UGA Extension in Carroll & Paulding Counties are hosting a Journeyman Farmer Certification program that provides comprehensive training for beginning farmers. Registration closes on February 27. Class dates are listed below. The program requires a two-step training: Step 1 - Small Farm Business Planning-In person, Monday March 9 - 9 am until 5 pm. Step 2 – Step 2- Small Fruit & Vegetable Production In-person training (with required at-home, online preparation) Monday, March 16, 23, and 30- 9 am until 4 pm. Step 3- Hands-on-Production & Intern/Mentorship Opportunities -By application, dependent on availability of mentor/intern farm and successful completion of Steps 1 and 2. Cost for Part 1: $25 Cost for Part 2: $75 *Participants must complete Step One Small Farm Business Planning before participating in Step Two. For more information, contact the Carroll County Extension Office at 770-836-8546.
    • Carrollton, GA - (118.0 Miles)
  • Feb 25 ServSafe Managers Course and Exam Join us Wednesday, February 25th, for a one-day course and exam. Register by Monday, February 9th, to receive the course materials. (Courses may be cancelled or re-scheduled due to low attendance) Cost includes: instruction hours, refreshments, study materials, ServSafe Manager Book, and exam proctoring.
    • Darien, GA - (232.0 Miles)
  • Feb 25 SERV Safe Manager's Certification Training and Exam UGA Extension Coweta County offers SERV Safe 8 hour classes with exam for food service professionals. This class from the National Restaurant Association is nationally accredited.
    • Newnan, GA - (113.0 Miles)
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