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  • Southern Corn Rust, Rainy Weather, Peanut Fungicides Posted by Tucker on Jun 2, 2026
    Southern Corn Rust To date (6/2/26) no southern corn rust has been found in GA. It is typically found in NW FLA or SW corner of GA first then works its way into our area. Southern corn rust will have pustules on only the top surface of the leaf; while Common Corn Rust will have […]
  • Watermelon Fungicide and Disease ID Info Posted by Tucker on May 12, 2026
    2026 Watermelon Spray Guide From Dr. Bhabesh Dutta – UGA Extension Vegetable Pathologist. This condensed spray guide picks up at “Fruit Set” (spray 5) – or the post chlorothalonil sprays. if you want sprays 1 – 5, I will send to you or you can refer to a PREVIOUS BLOG POST from 4/1/26. Call with […]
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Upcoming Events

Jun 2 - Jun 7 State 4-H Horse Show Perry, GA - (93.0 miles) https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/agriculture-stem/agriculture/livestock-and-animal-projects/horse-programs/state-horse-show-and-educational-contest/
Jun 3 Making Kimchi at Home Marietta, GA - (205.0 miles) Join UGA Extension for a Make Kimchi Safely at Home Workshop. Participants will learn safe, research-based food preservation practices through a kimchi-making demonstration. Workshop Details Wednesday, June 3 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM UGA Extension Cobb County 678 South Cobb Drive, Suite 200 Marietta, GA 30060 Cost: $5 Registration is required. Only 12 spots are available. To register, call 770-528-4070 The workshop includes: 1-hour workshop Demonstration of kimchi making Kit valued at $25, including a tested recipe, dry ingredients, and a weighing scale
Jun 5 Journeyman Farmers Certificate Program Small farm Business Planning Class McDonough, GA - (167.0 miles) The program is held in collaboration with the UGA Small Business Development Center and will cover topics such as balance and income statements, budgets, insurance, and financing. It will assist current small farmers and those who are planning to start a small farm to better understand the financial side of small scale agriculture. The program will be held at the Rockdale County Extension Office located at 1127 West Ave SW, Conyers, GA 30012.
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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 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.