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Welcome to Dougherty County Cooperative Extension
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, the updated, 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, Suite 100, Albany, GA 31701.
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:
- Home Lawns, Vegetable and Fruit Gardening, Flower Gardening and Landscaping, Master Gardeners, Row crops like Peanuts, Cotton and Corn, Tree Crops like Pecans and Citrus, Ponds, Plant Diseases and Insects, contact Vivek Bist at (229) 436-7216 or vivek.bist@uga.edu
- 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.
- 4-H Club, Summer Camp, Summer Classes, Project Achievement, or Youth Competitions, contact our 4-H Agent, Jennifer Edwards jennifer.edwards25@uga.edu
Agricultural and Natural Resources Blog
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Press Release: 2026 Southwest Georgia Master Naturalist Program at Chehaw Park & ZooUGA Dougherty County Extension/4H is collaborating with Chehaw Park & Zoo in Albany to bring the Georgia Master Naturalist Program for the first time in the southwest Georgia. Georgia Master Naturalist Program is a popular adult education program developed by the UGA Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources and UGA Cooperative Extension offered through […]
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Mid-season Update on Pecan Scab in Albany, GeorgiaPecan scab is a major concern for pecan growers during this time of the growing season. The hot and humid South Georgia summer provides favorable environmental conditions for the development and spread of pecan scab. It is challenging for growers to keep the disease pressure under control in the susceptible cultivars. Growers depend on strict […]
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Mid-season Fertilizer Management of PecansMid-season fertilization is important for pecan production to ensure higher nut yield and quality. Pecan trees have peak nitrogen demand during the foliage growth stage in early spring and the kernel filling stage in late summer. The tree progressively sizes the shell, fills it with liquid endosperm, and deposits the kernel between these two peaks […]
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Summer Internship Opportunity at UGA Dougherty County ExtensionUGA Extension offers a paid internship opportunity in the summer for undergraduate and graduate students to get hands-on experience and explore potential career in Extension. We are looking for a full-time intern for Summer (May, June, July) 2026 to work under the supervision of the Agricultural & Natural Resources (ANR) Extension Agent in Dougherty County. […]
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Sign-up for 2026 Dougherty County Master Gardener TrainingDougherty County Extension Office is looking for interested candidates who would like the opportunity to become Master Gardener Extension Volunteers and serve their communities with other garden enthusiasts. Training for certification as a Master Gardener Extension Volunteer will be offered through the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension office in Dougherty County. The Master Gardener Extension […]
Upcoming Classes being offered...
Dougherty County Master Gardener Training
The UGA Extension Georgia Master Gardener Program offers plant enthusiasts 50 hours of expert-led training in horticulture, covering topics like plant biology, pest control, and water-efficient gardening. After completing the program and volunteer service hours, participants become certified Master Gardener Extension Volunteers, sharing their knowledge with the community through educational and beautification projects. Sign up for the 2025 training with UGA Dougherty County Cooperative Extension to get involved!
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
Extension News
Upcoming Events
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Sep 11 - Sep 12 Step Up and Lead https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/citizenship/community-global-affairs/step-up-and-lead/
- Hampton, GA - (127.0 Miles)
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Sep 11 Journeyman Farmer Certificate Program: Small Ruminant Production The Pike County Extension Office and Spalding County Extension Office are hosting a Journeyman Farmer Certificate Program with a focus on sheep and goat nutrition, breeding, FAMACHA, and more! This course is specifically designed with beginners in mind, and anyone with an interest in small ruminant care is welcome to sign up. Course Details: Friday, Sept 11: Intro to small ruminants, breeds and selection, nutrition, and more Friday, Sept 18: Small ruminant health, breeding, and pest management Friday, Sept 25: Hands-on learning with body condition scoring, FAMACHA, and more Friday, Oct 2: Visit two small ruminant farms Friday, Oct 9: Small Business Management Course - Marketing, business planning, and more Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. each session Cost: $80 per person (+ credit/debit card fees) and covers all materials; register by Friday, September 4th at 6:00 p.m. Contact: Brooklyne Wassel at brooklyne.wassel@uga.edu or 770-567-2010 Victoria Hull at visctoria.hull@uga.edu or 770-467-4225
- Meansville, GA - (99.0 Miles)
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Sep 12 - Sep 13 Mission Make-It: The Georgia 4-H Engineering Challenge Georgia 4-H provides this exciting opportunity for students to engage in the engineering design process, teamwork, critical thinking, and positive youth development! Mission Make-It includes 2 hands-on workshops, an exhibit opportunity for youth to showcase their prior work in the area of STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics), and a guest speaker! https://georgia4h.org/science-technology-engineering-math/mission-make-it/
- Eatonton, GA - (130.0 Miles)