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UGA Extension has provided online educational programming, consultations and essential lab services during the COVID-19 pandemic while observing safe health practices for employees and the public. We offer resources for adults and 4-H youth on health, food, finances, parenting, agriculture and more. For the latest status on programs, contact your local Extension office or visit the events calendar.
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Due to COVID-19, the schedule for the census self-response has been extended to October 31. Complete it today by mail, telephone or online.
Healthy Georgia Connections Newsletter
UGA 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.
We translate the science of everyday life for families, farmers and communities to foster a healthy and prosperous Georgia.
Our office serves the residents of Gordon County with unbiased, research-based education in the areas of agriculture, natural resources, family development, housing/home environment, and youth development.
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday - 8:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm
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Summer food safety
Food safety is as important when grilling and serving food outdoors as it is in the kitchen.
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VITA 2020
UGA students use tax preparation classroom experience to help Georgians.
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Blueberry Fungus
Some of the most popular blueberry varieties for Georgia are known to be highly susceptible to "mummy berry" disease.
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Shrub Recommendations
When selecting plants for your space, take your time to fully evaluate the space and select plants that will both thrive and provide you with powerful visual stimuli.
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Virtual Livestock Judging Contest
Participants demonstrated ability to identify types, grades, breeds and classes of livestock.
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Tips for preserving peaches
Peach preservation
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Getting it covered
UGA research group examines using cover crops in integrated weed management programs for crops in Georgia.
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Bernard Honor
Animal and dairy science professor honored for expertise in dairy nutrition.
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Jul 7 From The Mountains to The Sea: Summer Series Tuesdays on Tybee The Incredible Squid Check the 4-H Center's Facebook page at 3:00pm on each date to tune in to the scheduled program. Crawford, GA - (98.0 Miles)
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Jul 8 Green Thumb Virtual Lectures: Getting Along with Garden Bugs This month, the lecture will take place online using Zoom. Anyone is welcome to attend. This class is a part of Athens-Clarke County Extension's Green Thumb Lectures, our 2020 free monthly gardening class series. It will include an informative presentation on topics including insect ID, biology, behavior, the importance and value of some insects vs. the danger and destruction of others, and tips for insect control. Gardeners of all experience levels are welcome. Bogart, GA - (91.0 Miles)
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Jul 8 Hobby Flock Virtual Seminar Series Join Lincoln County UGA Extension at 6PM on Wednesday nights in July for a FREE 5 week virtual seminar series on hobby flock management! Topics include: Bird Basics: breed selection, genders, Incubating and Brooding Chicks Housing and Predator Management Nutrition and Bird Health Egg and Meat Production & Legal Requirements Registration is required and limited to first 300 people at: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpduqsqzsjHNAYzSm55tfZe7CE5sitdXgU Reach out to us at uga3181@uga.edu or call 706-359-3233 with any questions! Bogart, GA - (154.0 Miles)