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What is UGA Extension?
The UGA Extension Office operates through a unique partnership with local county governments, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. We translate the science of everyday living for farmers, families and communities to foster a healthy and prosperous Georgia.
For more than a century, we've provided research-based education through a network of committed specialists, agents and volunteers to help Georgians learn, grow and do more.
Program areas:
Agriculture & Natural Resources: our goal in Rockdale County is to assist and educate local farmers, businesses, homeowners, and gardeners with latest agriculture and horticulture information. We provide soil and water testing, plant identification, plant disease diagnosis, insect identification and control, site visits, private and commercial pesticide licensing.
Learn more about our Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program.
4-H Youth Development: Rockdale County's future leaders learn life skills through hands-on learning experiences. 4-H is considered one of the world's largest youth clubs offering today's youth from Kindergarten-12th grade a variety of programming to choose from both in-person and online.
Family & Consumer Sciences: provides education in the community on topics including: healthy eating and cooking, as well as ServSafe Managers Training Certifications, and Child Care Provider credit hours. Our Family and Consumer Science Agent also offers counseling and resources in health education, diabetic meal planning, and food safety.
Upcoming Events
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Mar 2 Rockdale County Poultry Judging Team Practice Join our Rockdale County Poultry Judging Team and dive into a fun, hands-on competition where you’ll learn to judge eggs, hens, and poultry products like a professional. It’s exciting, skill-building, and a great way to boost confidence, teamwork, and decision-making skills. Open to all Rockdale County 4-H members in 4th–12th grade — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to try something new. Are you ready to level up your skills and be part of something awesome? Practice will be held on Wednesday nights, and the competition will be on April 22, 2026, in Henry County. Please call the office at 770-278-7373 to register your student for this exciting opportunity.
- Conyers, GA
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Mar 9 Rockdale County Poultry Judging Team Practice Join our Rockdale County Poultry Judging Team and dive into a fun, hands-on competition where you’ll learn to judge eggs, hens, and poultry products like a professional. It’s exciting, skill-building, and a great way to boost confidence, teamwork, and decision-making skills. Open to all Rockdale County 4-H members in 4th–12th grade — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to try something new. Are you ready to level up your skills and be part of something awesome? Practice will be held on Wednesday nights, and the competition will be on April 22, 2026, in Henry County. Please call the office at 770-278-7373 to register your student for this exciting opportunity.
- Conyers, GA
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Mar 12 Staying Radon Safe in Georgia! Radon is a colorless, tasteless, odorless gas that can cause lung cancer. It’s released from the soil and can easily enter homes through foundations or well water, building up to dangerous levels indoors. Learn why radon is common in Georgia, how it affects your health, and the most affordable ways to test your home. Light snacks provided. Registered attendees get a FREE Radon Test Kit (a $15 value). Protect your home. Protect your family. Rockdale, let’s get informed and stay safe.
- Conyers, GA
Rockdale County Office Contact Info
- Shipping: 1127 West Avenue SW Conyers, GA 30012
- Mailing: 1127 West Avenue SW Conyers, GA 30012
- Email: rockdale.extension@uga.edu
- Phone: 770-278-7373