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Welcome to Dougherty County Cooperative Extension

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University of Georgia Cooperative Extension in Dougherty County provides a variety of educational programs and client services to the residents of our county.  We are dedicated to helping people find answers to questions related to the following areas

UGA Extension is a statewide educational organization funded by federal, state and local governments that brings research-based education directly to individuals, families and communities.

Through a partnership between Dougherty County and UGA Extension, current unbiased research-based information is provided to our community. We invite you to contact us at (229) 436-7216 or visit our office at 125 Pine Avenue in Downtown Albany.

We are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., we are closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for lunch.


If you have questions about:

  • Nutrition, ServSafe, Healthy Eating, Weight Loss, Canning, Cooking for Large Groups, Stain Removal, Finances, Credit, Your Home Safety, Recipes, Decorating, Sewing, Crafts or Diabetes, contact us at (229) 436-7216.
  • Home Lawns, Farming, Flower Gardening, Landscaping, Crops, Ponds, Vegetable Gardening, Master Gardeners, Plant Diseases, Insects or Trees, contact Vivek Bist at (229) 436-7216 or vb94575@uga.edu
  • 4-H Club, Summer Camp, Summer Classes, Project Achievement, or Youth Competitions, contact our 4-H Agent, Jennifer Edwards jye82481@uga.edu

Agricultural and Natural Resources Blog

  • It’s Time To Count Our Pollinators !!! Posted by Vivek Bist on Aug 20, 2024
    The 2024 Great Southeast Pollinator Census is upon us. Counting our pollinators is super important and, you know what, counting them is way easier than you think. Give it a try and, let me tell you, it’s totally worth it. On August 23rd and 24th community members across Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Florida […]
  • Register for a Free, Fun and Exciting Class on Insects Posted by Vivek Bist on Jul 29, 2024
    If you are interested in learning about insects, both beneficials and pests, in a fun and engaging way looking at the insect specimen, you should join us in this event. The details of the program is provided in the flyer below. Please make sure you register online using the register button below or the link […]
  • The Inspiring Story of Resurrecting a Local Garden starring SOWEGA MGEVs Posted by Vivek Bist on Jul 5, 2024
    This is a story that should inspire anyone but if you are a plant enthusiast, this is the story that you will also greatly admire. If you have an interest in gardening, landscapes, or in conservation of our local biodiversity, this is the heartwarming story that will motivate you to get involved. This is the […]
  • Insects Around Us: Beneficials & Pests Posted by Vivek Bist on Jun 20, 2024
    INSECTS AROUND US: BENEFICIALS & PESTS A free practical class to learn about insects found in our homes, farms and community. Insects are some of the most diverse living creatures in our world. They constitute more than 75% of all known animal species. They are cosmopolitan in nature as they are found in all different […]

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To sign up for any classes with us call (229) 436-7216 to register

All of our classes require pre-registration.
If there is a materials fee, please make check or money order payable to:
Dougherty County Extension and send to:

Dougherty County Cooperative Extension
125 Pine Ave., Suite 100
Albany, GA 31701-2545

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Extension Publications

  • Vegetable Garden Calendar (C 943) The recommendations in this circular are based on long-term average dates of the last killing frost in the spring and first killing frost in the fall. Every year does not conform to the "average," so you should use your own judgment about advancing or delaying the time for each job, depending on weather conditions.
  • Native Plants for Georgia Part I: Trees, Shrubs and Woody Vines (B 987) This publication focuses on native trees, shrubs and woody vines for Georgia. It is not our intent to describe all native species — just those available in the nursery trade and those that the authors feel have potential for nursery production and landscape use. Rare or endangered species are not described. Information on each plant is provided according to the following categories: Common Name(s)/Botanical Name/Family, Characteristics, Landscape Uses, Size, Zones and Habitat.
  • Time Management: 10 Strategies for Better Time Management (C 1042) Learn 10 strategies for better time management, including knowing how to spend your time, setting priorities, using planning tools, getting organized, scheduling, delegating, and avoiding procrastinating, wasting time, and multitasking.
  • Your Household Water Quality: Odors in Your Water (C 1016) Homeowners sometimes experience unpleasant odors in their household water. In many cases, the exact cause of the odor is difficult to determine by water testing; however, this publication provides a few general recommendations for treating some common causes of household water odors.
Peanut Oil
Peanut Oil A new study by experts in the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences is seeking to increase the value of Georgia’s peanut crops for new markets while reducing losses caused by aflatoxin, a consistent threat to the No. 1 peanut-producing state in the United States. By Maria M. Lameiras | Published: 9/5/2024
Master Gardener Anniversary
Master Gardener Anniversary The Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer program is celebrating its 45th anniversary with signature events throughout 2024, culminating in the Georgia Master Gardener Association’s annual conference Oct. 4-5. By Sheri Dorn | Published: 9/3/2024
UGA Turfgrass
UGA Turfgrass When the University of Georgia Bulldogs step between the hedges at Sanford Stadium, the grass on Dooley Field needs to look perfect. By Emily Cabrera, Scott Michaux | Published: 8/29/2024
Public Health Enemy
Public Health Enemy As antimicrobial resistance grows, the world faces a deadly adversary few predicted: fungus. By Leigh Hataway | Published: 8/26/2024
Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes Type 2 diabetes increased by almost 20% between 2012 and 2022, according to a new study from the University of Georgia. By Leigh Hataway | Published: 8/22/2024
Instant Golden Milk
Instant Golden Milk Researchers at the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) have developed an efficient method to make a plant-based, instant version of trendy golden milk. By Jordan Powers | Published: 8/21/2024
Queen Bee
Queen Bee Jennifer Berry, apicultural research professional and lab manager for the University of Georgia Bee Program, recently achieved her doctorate and Triple Dawg status. By Brandon Ward | Published: 8/20/2024
Farm Gate Trends
Farm Gate Trends The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences is providing the state’s farmers with a new tool, the Georgia Farm Gate Value 20-Year Trends. By Jordan Powers | Published: 8/19/2024
2024 State 4-H Congress
2024 State 4-H Congress More than 200 youth delegates competed in 50 Project Achievement areas and eight youth delegates competed in the Leadership in Action contest during the annual event and 50 high-scoring individuals earned Master 4-H’er status. By Josie Smith | Published: 8/14/2024