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2024 Cotton Variety Trial Results (PDF)


Burke County Ag Blog

Beekeeping Class/Workshop to be held Posted by Clifton Collins on Dec 23, 2025
A beekeeping class/workshop will be held at Burke County Office Park 715 W. 6th St. Waynesboro, GA 30830. On Saturday January 10, 2026 from 9 am til noon. To RSVP, Click Here To Access The RSVP Form. Please see the flyer below for details.
Want to know what to do with your timber after the recent timber mill closings?! Posted by Clifton Collins on Dec 23, 2025
On December 16th, 2025 Burke County Extension held a program called “The Impacts to the Timber Industry, Following Recent Mill Closures.” The meeting was sponsored by the Georgia Forestry Association (GFA). There were presenters from Georgia DNR, GFA, Georgia Forestry Association (GFC), and UGA Extension/Warnell School of Forestry. I am placing the link here to […]
Why are my ponds turning over? Posted by Clifton Collins on Jun 11, 2025
If you begin to notice that your pond has multiple deceased fish floating to the surface this time of year, you could be experiencing pond turnover. This occurrence isn’t from chemical runoff or disease pathogens. As we have all experienced, Burke County has encountered multiple rainstorms throughout May and the beginning of June. With these […]
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Georgia Private Pesticide Applicator Exam

How do I obtain a Private Pesticide Applicator License?

Step 1:  Purchase course access for the interactive Private Applicator training program through the Georgia Professional Certifications storefront.  The cost is $25.00. 

Step 2:  Complete the new Private Applicator Training Course on Georgia Professional Certifications website.  Use the username and temporary password sent to you by Dr. Mickey Taylor.  Follow instructions carefully.

  • You must pass the final test of each module with a 70 or higher.  

Step 3:  Print Certificate of Completion once you have completed the course and take to your county Extension Office.

  • Before you take the exam, please ensure that you have access to a working printer.

Step 4:  Certify that you are engaged in production by completing the Private Pesticide Applicator License Application and complete the Verification of Lawful Presence. 

Step 5:  The Georgia Department of Ag Pesticides office will review your application and, when approved, send it to the Licensing Division, who will print and issue your license.  

We will assist you in your application submission.

 


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 Which varieties should you plant? The variety testing team does the work and research for farmers.
UGA Weather Network Reliable weather information for agricultural and environmental applications, including soil temperature, rainfall, wind speed, and more.
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 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 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 Recommendations for pest control around homes, on pets, in the home garden, and more.
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 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.
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.