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About UGA Extension Gwinnett
UGA Extension Gwinnett County offers educational programs in the areas of horticulture and agriculture, food safety and nutrition, and leadership and citizenship for youth. UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Gwinnett County, the University of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Backed by specialists and a network of resources, Extension Agents have been on the job in Georgia since 1914.
Mission
Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
Soil Testing Fee & Shipping Schedule
Effective September 1, 2026
Beginning September 1, 2026, the fee for soil testing through UGA Extension Gwinnett will increase from $8 to $10 per soil sample.
New Weekly Shipping Schedule
Soil samples will be shipped to the laboratory once a week on Wednesdays.
To have your sample included in the Wednesday shipment, please submit your sample to the UGA Extension Gwinnett office by 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. This allows us time to enter your sample into the system and prepare it for Wednesday pickup.
Please note: Samples received after the Tuesday 3:30 p.m. cutoff will be held for the following Wednesday's shipment.
Thank you for your understanding and for allowing us to provide soil testing services to Gwinnett County residents.
Show off your hard work and enter your homegrown produce at the 2026 County Fair Home Garden Exhibit on Saturday, September 19!
Whether you grew peppers, tomatoes, or an extra-fancy gourd, your backyard harvest deserves a spot in the spotlight. Entering your produce is a fantastic way to connect with fellow gardeners and support local agriculture. Plus, you might just take home a blue ribbon and bragging rights for the year!
Agriculture & Natural Resources
Our agents provide free educational programs to the public about plant identification, plant diseases, insect identification, pest control, and soil and water testing, through regularly scheduled classes and personal consultations. We show teachers how to start a school garden and provide professional pesticide applicators environmental protection training on the safe use of fertilizers. Educational programs are offered to landscape professionals on how to improve landscapes using environmentally safe practices.
Georgia 4-H
Our 4-H Youth Education and Development program is delivered via in-school programming, after-school clubs, summer camp experiences and guided activities that help students become successful contributing members of society. Gwinnett 4-H’ers learn and practice leadership skills using a STEM-related curriculum designed to meet Georgia Performance Standards and Gwinnett Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) standards. In addition, learning takes place after school, at grade-level council meetings, special interest club meetings, summer camps, fundraising and community service projects, and through competitive Project Achievement events at district and state competitions.
Family & Consumer Sciences
Our Family and Consumer Sciences agents are nutrition and food safety specialists who help grow strong families and healthy kids. We show you how to lose weight, exercise, prevent and control diseases, make healthy food choices, and keep food safe based on the latest research. Also, we help you get the most from your time and money by understanding how to manage cash-flow, credit, save and invest, protect your identity, and live on less. Furthermore, we provide the latest resources to make smart choices with green cleaning recipes, radon testing, pest control, and saving energy and water.
Expert Resources
University of Georgia Extension provides expert, research-based advice from faculty to help you make informed decisions.
Find resources on agriculture, food, families, and more.