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UGA Extension Banks County links the resources of the University of Georgia and Banks County to provide educational programs, information, and assistance to the citizens of Banks County. UGA Extension Banks County helps the citizens of Banks County by addressing the following initiatives:
- Family and Economic Well-Being
- Conservation and Management of Natural Resources
- Agriculture Programming and Research Opportunities
- Improving Nutrition, Diet and Health
- Revitalizing Rural America
- Water Quality
- Youth Leadership
- 4-H Youth Development Program
- Service Learning/Citizenship
If you'd like to learn about building a safer environment for your children or protecting the environment we all share, avoiding chronic diseases like diabetes with healthy food or training food handlers in your cafeteria, the University of Georgia Extension program is the place to start.
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Learning for Life is the goal of the department which, in turn, helps citizens make informed decisions with research based non-biased information. Just call 1-800-ASK-UGA1 (275-8421) from anywhere in Georgia. You'll be automatically connected to the UGA Extension office in that county.
UGA Extension Banks County
413 Evans Street
P.O. Box 157
Homer, GA 30547
Phone: (706) 677-6230
Fax: (706) 677-6233
Email: uge1011@uga.edu
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Upcoming Events in Banks County and Beyond
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Apr 10 - Apr 11 Homeowner Pecan Production Workshop Interested in growing pecans or improving your backyard orchard? Join us for the Homeowner Pecan Production Workshop hosted by Jasper and Butts County! This hands-on program will cover everything you need to know to get started or take your pecan trees to the next level—topics include tree selection and planting, soil fertility, pest and disease management, orchard maintenance, and harvest handling. Whether you're a beginner or considering small-scale commercial production, there's something for you! Friday, April 10th 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Butts County Extension Office, Jackson, GA Registration is just $10 (lunch included!) To register, contact us at 770-775-8209 or Heidi.Cashwell@uga.edu.
- Jackson, GA - (79.0 Miles)
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Apr 10 Jasper-Butts Backyard Pecan Production Program This one-day event will be hosted at the Butts County Extension Office (576 Ernest Biles Dr. Jackson Ga 30233) and will cover topics regarding homeowner pecan production and will also touch on some small scale commercial production. The class will begin 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM April 10th, 2026. Registration for the event is $10. Please register on or before April 6th. Lunch will be provided. Contact the Butts County Extension office at 770-775-8209 or by emailing Heidi.Cashwell@uga.edu by the registration deadline.
- Jackson, GA - (79.0 Miles)
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Apr 15 Thinking About Raising Chickens Learn the basics of raising healthy backyard chickens! Whether you are new to poultry or looking to improve your flock management, hands-on educational program will provide practical knowledge from poultry and agriculture professionals.
- Monticello, GA - (76.0 Miles)
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Apr 16 Right Bite Diabetes Cooking School The program is designed to help individuals learn the skills to eat healthy to manage their diabetes or to cook and plan meals for someone in their care who has diabetes.
- Winder, GA - (29.0 Miles)
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Apr 22 - Apr 23 Georgia 4-H Area Poultry Judging Contest - Henry County 4-H Event
- McDonough, GA - (69.0 Miles)
