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The mission of the UGA Extension Jefferson County Office is to provide information and education in the areas of agriculture, home economics, rural and agricultural community development.
Address & Phone
UGA Extension Jefferson County
2529 US Highway 1 N
Louisville, GA 30434-5213
(478) 625-3046
(478) 625-4023 fax
Join us for the East Georgia Pecan Producers Field Day
May 21, 2025 | 9:15AM - 1:30PM
2339 Keysville-Boggs Academy Road, Keysville, GA
Register by calling the Jefferson County Extension Office at (478) 625-3046.
This event is presented by Lincoln, Burke, and Jefferson counties. Our hosts are Brier Creek Pecan Farm, Peca Farm, and Keysville Pecan Farm. Topics include pre-emergent herbicides and economics, young tree management, fungicides in young trees, pruning, and an update on Bearing Orchards after the hurricane.
Upcoming Events
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Jul 13 Green Thumb Lecture-Caring for Your Tools We use them everyday, tending to the plants that we care so much for. They are an extension of our hands, helping us shape our garden into a personal paradise. But are we taking care of our tools properly? Join us for an evening of learning and demonstrations on how to care for our tools. After all, they have a leading role in caring for our garden.
- Bogart, GA - (90.0 Miles)
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Jul 28 Fall Gardening Workshop Thinking about planting a fall vegetable garden? Join Lincoln County Extension for a FREE educational program and learn what to plant, when to plant it, and how to set your garden up for success this fall. Whether you're a first-time gardener or have years of experience, you'll leave with practical, research-based tips to help you grow a productive fall harvest.
- Lincolnton, GA - (55.0 Miles)
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Sep 1 Setting Up Land for Livestock Thinking about bringing livestock to your property? Whether you're planning for horses, cattle, goats, or sheep, setting up your land correctly from the beginning can save time, money, and headaches down the road. This two-part workshop will walk you through the essentials of developing a functional, safe livestock property. Session 1: From Woods to Pasture Topics include land clearing considerations, soil testing and pasture establishment, selecting forage species, pasture layout, fencing options, gates, and planning for efficient grazing management. Session 2: Building a Functional Facility This session covers shelter options, handling facilities, water systems, feeders, manure management, equipment storage, biosecurity, and planning for future expansion.
- Lincolnton, GA - (55.0 Miles)
