Agriculture & Natural Resources
Agriculture and Natural Resources agents are the educational links in relaying current research-based information from the University of Georgia to the local community. Agents teach agriculture and natural resources subject matter and provide educational programs through individual and group instruction.
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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.
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.
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.
UGA Upcoming Events
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Jan 30 Small Backyard Flock Webinar for Homeowners: Basic Information for a Backyard Flock If your are thinking of starting a small backyard flock, begin with some research based information from the Poultry Science Department of the University of Georgia. Dr. Casey Ritz will share pro tips to have a successful backyard flock. Dr. Ritz will cover important information to start a backyard flock, such as, space and environmental requirements, common problems, and pro tips to have a successful backyard flock. The cost of the class is $12. Please call 770-473-3945 to make a payment or visit our office at 1262 Government Circle, Jonesboro, GA 30236. The class will be online on Monday, January 30th 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
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Feb 3 Spring Turfgrass Care For success in establishing and maintaining your turfgrass in the coming seasons, consider attending a webinar with research based information from Dr. Clint Waltz, turfgrass specialist from the University of Georgia. Dr. Waltz will cover topics related to weeds control, maintenance of cool-season grasses, aeration and fertilization of turfgrasses. The cost of the webinar is $12. Please call 770-473-3945 to make a payment or visit our office at 1262 Government Circle, Jonesboro, GA 30236.
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