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The University of Georgia Peach County Cooperative Extension Office extends lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
Peach County faculty and trained support staff provide educational programs as well as a number of Ag testings services to the citizens of Peach County. Our Ag Agent provides unbiased, research-based info that helps clients make critical decisions. Extension recommendations focus on maximizing production and profit, while minimizing environmental impacts.
Office Hours
What Extension Can Do for You
- Soil Sampling
- Water Testing
- Plant Tissue Diagnosis
- Homeowner Horticulture Classes
- Site visits to homes and farms
- Plant and Insect identification
- Publications on a variety of topics
- Activities for 4-H and Youth Development such as Summer Camp, Project Achievement and Project S.A.F.E. (shotgun )
- Canning and Preserving Information
- Healthy Eating Education
- Child Care Training
- Pressure Cooker Testing
To learn more about any of these services, please call 478-825-6466
Upcoming Events
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Aug 25 Clemson/UGA Equine Nutrition Series Join us to learn more about the aspects of equine nutrition! Are you wondering how you can improve your knowledge of equine nutrition? If so, make sure to join us for a 3-week equine nutrition program! Each date will be over a different topic related to nutrition. Speakers will include Clemson University Livestock and Forages Extension Agent, Katie Silver and University of Georgia Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, Robyn Stewart. August 11 – Pastures & Grazing Management. Learn strategies to improve soil health, increase forage quality, and extend the grazing season. August 18 – Hay & Forage Alternatives. Learn how to evaluate hay quality and stretch your supply further. August 25 – Feeds & Supplements. Learn key concepts regarding feeds and supplements to help you choose what’s best for your horses’ health. Seating is limited to 20 people per class. If you choose to attend all three sessions, please pre-register for all three sessions.
- Aiken, GA - (145.0 Miles)
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Aug 27 Homemade Peach Marmalade Preservation Workshop - Spalding County Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn the basics of home food preservation. In this class, participants will learn how to safely make and preserve peach marmalade using a research-based water-bath canning method.
- Griffin, GA - (54.0 Miles)
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Aug 27 In the Garden: Back From the Dead! Can Science Resurrect Extinct Plants? Join us for a dive into the cutting?edge science exploring whether extinct plants can be revived and restored. We’ll look at real research efforts, the genetics behind de?extinction, and what these breakthroughs could mean for conservation and future ecosystems. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will discuss the fascinating possibilities and limitations of bringing lost plant species back to life using modern science. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
- Virtual Event
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