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Cooperative Extension is an outreach branch of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, College of Family and Consumer Sciences and Georgia 4-H. Our office serves the residents of Echols County with unbiased, research-based education in the areas of agriculture, natural resources, family development, housing/home environment, and youth development.
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Upcoming Events
Jun 20
Pressure Canner Inspections at the Agricultural Mini Market and Farm Swap
Whigham, GA - (81.0 miles)
Come See Me at the Agricultural Mini Market & Farm Swap!
I’ll be set up at the Cash and Carry Feeds Agricultural Mini Market & Farm Swap on Saturday, June 20, from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM!
Stop by and visit with me for:
*Educational materials on safe home canning & food preservation
*Research-based food preservation resources
*FREE Pressure Canner Inspections
*FREE Dial Gauge Testing
With garden season in full swing, now is the perfect time to make sure your pressure canner is ready before the harvest starts rolling in! Remember — dial gauges should be tested yearly to help ensure safe canning practices.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned canner, I’d love to talk food preservation with you!
Jun 22
ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Thomas County
Thomasville, GA - (66.0 miles)
Join us Monday, June 22nd, for a one-day course and exam. Register by Monday, June 15th, to receive the course materials. (Courses may be cancelled or re-scheduled due to low attendance)
Jul 28
ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - 1 Day Course - Grady County
Cairo, GA - (74.0 miles)
ServSafe Manager Certification Course & Exam – One-Day Training
Food safety is essential for anyone working in foodservice. Join us for a 1-Day ServSafe Manager Certification Course and Exam. This training prepares foodservice managers and employees to earn a nationally recognized food safety certification.
Registration Includes:
• One full day of instruction
• ServSafe Manager book & study materials
• Certification exam
• Light snacks during the training day (Lunch is not provided, so please plan accordingly.)
This training is ideal for restaurant managers, foodservice employees, school nutrition staff, and anyone responsible for food safety in their operation. Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot!
Registration and payment are due by 5pm on Monday, July 13, 2026.
Aug 10
ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Thomas County
Thomasville, GA - (66.0 miles)
Join us Monday, August 10th, for a one-day course and exam. Register by Monday, August 3rd, to receive the course materials. (Courses may be cancelled or re-scheduled due to low attendance)
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Forestry Field Day, Southwest District
Tifton, GA - (63.0 miles)
https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/agriculture-stem/natural-resources/forestry-judging-forestry-field-day/
