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The mission of UGA Extension Johnson County is to extend lifelong learning to the citizens of Johnson County through unbiased, research-based education in urban agriculture/horticulture, the environment, communities, youth, and families.

 


About Johnson County Extension

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Upcoming Events

  • Oct 27 One Day ServSafe Manager Certification Course and Exam Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe Manager Certification Course and exam at the Tattnall County Extension Office in Reidsville, Ga. The content for this course will be delivered in one day with the exam directly following completion of course material. Course topics include food safety at all stages, facilities and pest management, cleaning, sanitizing, and more! Time: 8:30AM-6:00PM (lunch on your own) Registration: $150 (Includes 8 hours of instruction, course book, study materials, and certification exam) Books and materials must be picked up no later than 2 weeks prior to class date! Class may be cancelled or rescheduled due to low participation. For more information: Contact Sandy Riner at 912-557-6724 or Sandy.Riner@uga.edu
    • Reidsville, GA - (61.0 Miles)
  • Oct 27 Back to the Basics: A Homesteading Series: Using Natural Fibers Workshop (Laurens County) Discover how fibers grown and raised on the farm become useful products for the home! This hands-on workshop will explore both plant-based fibers, including cotton, and animal fibers such as wool, while following their journey from field and flock to finished fiber. Participants will also learn the basics of yarn work with the different fiber sources to make different products such as potholders, blankets, and clothing. Come discover the agricultural story behind the fabrics and fibers we use every day while learning skills you can put to work on your own homestead.
    • Dublin, GA - (22.0 Miles)
  • Nov 5 - Nov 6 Cotton Boll & Consumer Judging - Lyons 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/
    • Lyons, GA - (47.0 Miles)