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Stephens County Extension

Stephens County Extension offers educational programs in the areas of horticulture and agriculture, leadership and citizenship for youth through Stephens County 4-H, and food safety and nutrition information.

UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Stephens County, the University of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Backed up by specialists and a network of resources, Extension Agents have been bringing research-based information to counties in Georgia since 1914.

Mission

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


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Office Hours

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mondays - Fridays


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Upcoming Events

  • Aug 11 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 - (109.0 Miles)
  • Aug 12 Category 24 Ornamental and Turf Pesticide Applicator Exam Training UGA Extension Henry is offering a program to help prepare those who are planning to take the Georgia Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exam in Category 24 Ornamental and Turf to pass it. It will cover only the Ornamental and Turf Section and not the Core Manual (General Standards Section). There will be informative handouts and a couple of practice exams. The exam itself will not be offered after the class. It is offered at several technical colleges throughout the state. To register for the exam go to www.gapestexam.com. The program will be online via Zoom.
    • McDonough, GA - (82.0 Miles)
  • Aug 12 Soup Starter Workshop Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn the basics of home food preservation. Participants will make soup starter while learning safe, research-based pressure-canning methods for preparing meat and vegetable soup starters at home. Seating is limited. Full 2026 class schedule: Strawberry Jam - May 20 Pickles - June 17 Salsa - July 9 Soup Starter - August 12 Apple Pie Filling - September 24
    • Cartersville, GA - (92.0 Miles)
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