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Mission

To extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased research based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

What is Extension and what can we do to help you?

A partnership of the University of Georgia, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and counties of the state cooperating. UGA Cooperative Extension is on the forefront of food safety, technology, research, and education; keeping Georgia's economy strong and making life better for Georgians.

Objective

The objective of UGA Extension Haralson County is to respond to citizens' needs and interest in agriculture and natural resources, families4-H and youth through education and information. 

UGA Extension Haralson County, backed by the resources of Haralson County, the University of Georgia, and the United States Department of Agriculture, provides educational programs, information, and actual assistance to citizens of the county.  Education and information is also provided to citizens by telephone consultation, site visits, newsletters, news articles, and collaboration with other community agencies.  Publications and lab services are other delivery methods for education and information to citizens.

UGA Extension offers educational programs, assistance and materials to all people without regard to race, color, natural origin, age, sex or disability. An equal oportunity/affirmative action organization committed to a diverse work force.  

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Mural Magic
Mural Magic For years, vibrant murals appeared in small towns across rural Georgia to invite travelers to stop for a rest and explore local points of interest, and the tradition is now helping to revive communities with assistance from UGA. By Margaret Blanchard | Published: 7/26/2024
Master Irrigator Program
Master Irrigator Program In a concerted effort to address water conservation in agriculture, the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Ag Water Team helps farmers adopt water-saving practices that boost yields, lower production costs and conserve water for future generations. By Emily Cabrera | Published: 7/25/2024
Groundnut Improvement Network for Africa
Groundnut Improvement Network for Africa One of the earliest successes of the Groundnut Improvement Network for Africa, or GINA, is in the fight against groundnut rosette disease, a virus complex that is spread by aphids. By Allison Floyd | Published: 7/24/2024
Fulton Fresh Mobile Market
Fulton Fresh Mobile Market The Fulton Fresh Mobile Market is visiting six spots in Fulton County that fall within a “food desert,” as defined by USDA. An area is a food desert if it has at least 100 households that lack transportation and are more than half a mile from a supermarket; or has either 500 people or a third of the population more than 20 miles from a supermarket. By Jim Gaines | Published: 7/22/2024
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