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Franklin County Extension Blog

  • Asian Giant Hornet Posted by abwhite on May 21, 2020
    A flurry of recent press coverage has created a surge of interest in the Asian giant hornet, Vespa mandarinia. The coverage is not traced to any recent event. The insect was found last September 2019 in Vancouver Island (Canada) and again in December 2019 in Washington state. But to date, this invasive insect is not […]
  • Franklin County Cloverleaf 4-H’ers Attend Camp at Wahsega 4-H Center Posted by uge1119 on Jun 14, 2019
    Written by: Raleigh Dawson, Franklin County 4-H Agent Franklin County Cloverleaf 4-H’ers discovered that not all classrooms have four walls last week at Wahsega 4-H Center. Throughout the duration of their week at camp various activities and labs allowed attendees to connect the standards taught in the classroom to real world applications in fun and […]
  • Franklin County 4-H’ers Compete at State Livestock Judging Contest Posted by uge1119 on Apr 1, 2019
    Written by:  Raleigh Dawson, Franklin County 4-H Agent The Georgia 4-H State Livestock Judging contest was held last Saturday, March 23rd, at the University of Georgia Livestock Arena in Athens. Competitors from all over the state gathered to judge classes of cattle, hogs, sheep, and goats. In a livestock judging contest each class is composed […]
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UGA to host inaugural Southeastern Specialty Crop Technology Conference showcasing AI, robotics and precision agriculture
UGA to host inaugural Southeastern Specialty Crop Technology Conference showcasing AI, robotics and precision agriculture Posted by Jordan Powers on Apr 9, 2026
UGA honors faculty for statewide impact at 35th Public Service and Outreach Awards
UGA honors faculty for statewide impact at 35th Public Service and Outreach Awards Posted by The Office of Marketing and Communications on Mar 31, 2026
It’s coyote puppy season. Here’s what you need to know.
It’s coyote puppy season. Here’s what you need to know. Posted by Leigh Hataway on Mar 27, 2026

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  • Apr 11 - Apr 13 Senior Conference https://georgia4h.org/programs/state-conferences/senior-conference/
    • Eatonton, GA - (72.0 Miles)
  • Apr 11 North Fulton Master Gardeners 25th Annual Garden Faire We can't wait to see you on April 11 at our 25th Annual Garden Faire--a huge coming together of three horticultural non-profits and over 30 nature and garden-centric vendors. Alpharetta Community Agriculture Program/Old Rucker Farm, Georgia Native Plant Society North Metro Chapter and The North Fulton Master Gardeners Plant Sales will feature thousands of edible, native and ornamental plants for your home gardens. Our Marketplace Vendors include garden and nature offerings of plants, pottery, jewelry, artworks, and more. And, we round out the day with Garden Talks from Master Gardeners and other experts, our beloved Fleatique market of gently-loved donated gardenware/furniture and art, our Childrens Corner with garden crafts for kids, lite food fare, and also, music!
    • Alpharetta, GA - (61.0 Miles)
  • Apr 13 - Apr 14 Middle Georgia Area Wildlife Judging Georgia is one of the most biologically diverse states in the nation, ranking 2nd in amphibian species, 3rd in freshwater fish species, and 7th in reptile species. Wildlife Judging challenges 4-H youth to learn about native Georgia wildlife species and habitat management practices for conservation success.
    • Athens, GA - (29.0 Miles)
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