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Ben Hill County UGA Extension Office

229-922-0277

Office hours: 8 am - 12 pm & 1 pm - 5 pm, Monday - Friday

321 Dewey McGlamry Rd

Fitzgerald, Ga 31750


The Ben Hill County Cooperative Extension Office extends lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education.

Some of our services include:

  • Soil Tests & Water Tests
  • Researched-Based Advice for Production Crops
  • 4-H Summer Camps
  • 4-H Competitive Events
  • Vegetable Garden Tips/Tricks
  • Information regaurding insects, weeds, and fungal pests

Have questions or want to know more?

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Upcoming Events

  • Jul 21 ServSafe Manager Two-Day Training Georgia Cooperative Extension provides the nationally recognized and accredited ServSafe® training for foodservice managers from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). Upon successful completion of the ServSafe® examination, the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager certificate will be issued by the NRAEF.
    • Albany, GA - (57.0 Miles)
  • Jul 22 ServSafe Manager Two-Day Training Georgia Cooperative Extension provides the nationally recognized and accredited ServSafe® training for foodservice managers from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). Upon successful completion of the ServSafe® examination, the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager certificate will be issued by the NRAEF.
    • Albany, GA - (57.0 Miles)
  • Jul 28 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - 1 Day Course - Grady County ServSafe Manager Certification Course & Exam – One-Day Training Food safety is essential for anyone working in foodservice. Join us for a 1-Day ServSafe Manager Certification Course and Exam. This training prepares foodservice managers and employees to earn a nationally recognized food safety certification. Registration Includes: • One full day of instruction • ServSafe Manager book & study materials • Certification exam • Light snacks during the training day (Lunch is not provided, so please plan accordingly.) This training is ideal for restaurant managers, foodservice employees, school nutrition staff, and anyone responsible for food safety in their operation. Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot! Registration and payment are due by 5pm on Monday, July 13, 2026.
    • Cairo, GA - (88.0 Miles)