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Extension News and Events

Extension News
Restoring the Earth
Restoring the Earth Regenerative agriculture, a movement both burgeoning and broad, is underpinned by the public’s growing awareness of how land stewardship and agricultural production contribute to the fate of our planet. By Maria M. Lameiras | Published: 9/21/2023
Brewery Business
Brewery Business The August workshop centered around the logistical and cultural side of brewing, including opening a brewery. By Lillian Dickens | Published: 9/20/2023
Danielle Essandoh
Danielle Essandoh At 8 years old, Danielle Essandoh unearthed a fascination with agriculture and never looked back. By Amanda Budd | Published: 9/19/2023
Act of Love
Act of Love More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and according to the Alzheimer’s Association, that number will more than double by 2050. By Leigh Beeson | Published: 9/18/2023
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Upcoming Events
  • Sep 23 Farm Friends at the Gwinnett County Fair Come visit us at the Gwinnett County Fair. You'll find us in the Big Red Barn where you can pet farm animals, milk Daisy, our wooden sawhorse cow, explore farm life activities, and play barnyard trivia. Plus, you can help us celebrate the birthday of Ellie May, our donkey!
    • Lawrenceville, GA - (16.0 Miles)
  • Sep 24 Farm Friends at the Gwinnett County Fair Come visit us at the Gwinnett County Fair. You'll find us in the Big Red Barn where you can pet farm animals, milk Daisy, our wooden sawhorse cow, explore farm life activities, and play barnyard trivia. Plus, you can help us celebrate the birthday of Ellie May, our donkey!
    • Lawrenceville, GA - (16.0 Miles)
  • Sep 25 - Sep 26 NE Cloverleaf Conference - Wahsega (4th - 6th Grade) NE Cloverleaf 4-H'ers in 4th - 6th grade will attend classes, workshops, and activities.
    • Dahlonega, GA - (46.0 Miles)
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Below are some of UGA Extension's most broadly useful resources for those involved in agriculture on the farm, in schools, and around the home.

Production Agriculture:
Statewide Variety Testing
Statewide Variety Testing Which varieties should you plant? The variety testing team does the work and research for farmers.
UGA Weather Network
UGA Weather Network Reliable weather information for agricultural and environmental applications, including soil temperature, rainfall, wind speed, and more.
Pesticide Safety Education
Pesticide Safety Education Everything you need to achieve certification and maintain the knowledge to safely and effectively make use of restricted-use and all other types of pesticides.
Commodity Resources
Sustainable Agriculture A collection of resources for those interested in production and marketing practices that are profitable, environmentally sound, and that improve the quality of life for farmers, farm workers, and the community.
Ag Budgets and Economics Resources for production economics, farm management, marketing, situation and outlook, risk management, financial management, farm policy, labor, and taxation.
Farmgate Value Report
Farmgate Value Report Annual county-level reports documenting the value of all food and fiber commodities grown in the state.
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Home & Garden:
Soil Testing
Soil Testing Ensure that your soil is productive! Get your soil tested to determine the amount and kind of nutrients that should be added for the best growth.
Pest Management
Pest Management Recommendations for pest control around homes, on pets, in the home garden, and more.
Household Water Quality
Household Water Quality Water quality has an immediate and a prolonged effect on the health of your household. This publication series contains basic information about home water quality and treatment.
Home Garden Publication Series
Home Garden Publication Series Topics include garden planning, soil preparation, weed control, pollination, disease and insect control, harvesting, and preserving.
Georgia Green Industry Professional Development The UGA Center for Urban Agriculture offers professional training and certifications for the Georgia Certified Landscape Professional, Georgia Certified Plant Professional exam and Super Crew employee training series.
Soil Testing
Georgia Green Landscape Stewards The Georgia Green Landscape Stewards program provides fact-based information to help businesses and residences in Georgia implement sustainable green practices in their landscape.
Schools:
Community and School Gardens This Community and School Gardens blog is designed to help community and school gardeners succeed by connecting them to UGA Extension and other research-based resources.
Lesson Plans and Teacher Resources Whether you'd like to help protect the environment, teach your students how to avoid chronic diseases with healthy food and physical activity, or train food handlers in your cafeteria, University of Georgia Extension can help.