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Mitchell County, Georgia
Where Agriculture and Industry Meet

The mission of Mitchell County Extension is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

UGA Extension helps Georgians become healthier, more productive, financially independent and environmentally responsible. Extension agents stay in touch with issues relevant to people in their local communities through their county Extension offices.


In the Mitchell County Extension office, we are fortunate to have three agents and offer programming in:
Some of our services include:
  • Soil and Water Testing
  • Pesticide Licensing
  • Research-Based Crop Production Updates and Meetings
  • 4-H Programs and Summer Camps
  • Health and Food Safety Programs

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Upcoming Events

Jun 29 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Thomas County Thomasville, GA - (30.0 miles) Join us Monday, June 29nd, for a one-day course and exam. Register by Monday, June 15th, to receive the course materials. (Courses may be cancelled or re-scheduled due to low attendance)
Jul 14 - Jul 15 Keeping Food Safe Training for 4-Hers Albany, GA - (26.0 miles) Keeping Food Safe for Georgia is an Extension Food Handler training that covers food safety topics such as personal hygiene, time and temperature, and cleaning and sanitizing. This is a training opportunity specifically for local 4-Hers! Learn why food safety is important and grow you skills for competitions and for life!
Jul 21 ServSafe Manager Two-Day Training Albany, GA - (26.0 miles) Georgia Cooperative Extension provides the nationally recognized and accredited ServSafe® training for foodservice managers from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). Upon successful completion of the ServSafe® examination, the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager certificate will be issued by the NRAEF.

UGA Extension News

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Do’s and don’ts of composting: A simple guide for beginners Posted by Jacob Harper, Emily Cabrera on May 27, 2026
UGA reaffirmed as APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity University
UGA reaffirmed as APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity University Posted by The Office of Marketing and Communications on May 18, 2026
Did you know you can grow: Pawpaw
Did you know you can grow: Pawpaw Posted by Makenna Reavis on May 6, 2026