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The Lanier County Cooperative Extension Office extends lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education. 

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Upcoming Events

May 14 - May 17 GAE4-HYDP Annual Professional Development Conference Covington, GA - (179.0 miles) Extension Conference
May 14 Introduction to Farm Food Safety, Fulton County Alpharetta, GA - (224.0 miles) This one-day course is an introduction to good agricultural practices. Small-scale fruit and vegetable growers will learn skills necessary to draft a food safety plan, identify safety concerns, and build knowledge on certifications and resources. Registration closes on May 7th at 4pm EST.
May 20 ServSafe® Manager Certification Training and Exam - One Day Tifton, GA 31793, GA - (135.0 miles) UGA Extension Tift County provides a 1-day ServSafe® training which is nationally recognized and accredited for food service managers from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF).
May 20 The Green Clean Workshop Havana, GA - (83.0 miles) Eco-Friendly Cleaning Workshop Ready to make your home cleaner and greener? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how eco-friendly cleaning can benefit both your home and the environment! Tuesday, May 20, 2025 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Havana Public Library (203 E 5th Ave, Havana, FL 32333) $10 Registration Includes: Insight on the benefits of eco-friendly cleaning A hands-on experience creating your own natural laundry detergent A sample to take home and try for yourself!
Best Sandwich Tomatoes
Best Sandwich Tomatoes Selecting top garden tomato varieties for Georgia's tastiest summer sandwich. By Jordan Powers | Published: 5/8/2025
Growing Mayhaw
Growing Mayhaw Georgia, traditionally known as the Peach State, is famous for its peaches, pecans and peanuts, but thanks to its mild climate, the state also supports a variety of uncommon and exotic fruits. By Makenna Grace Reavis | Published: 4/29/2025
National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week Volunteers across Extension contributed more than 330,00 hours — the equivalent of more than 159 full-time employees — in 2024. By Sheri Dorn | Published: 4/21/2025
Soil Guide
Soil Guide Whether you're preparing a brand-new garden bed or revitalizing existing soil, understanding its composition and how to improve it will set your plants up for success. By Emily Cabrera | Published: 4/17/2025
PSO Awards
PSO Awards Five University of Georgia faculty and staff members are being honored for their commitment to public service and outreach. By Shannah Montgomery | Published: 4/2/2025

UGA Website for Hurricane Resources

Here you'll find resources from UGA Extension and the land-grant universities to assist families and communities in dealing with damage from Hurricane Matthew.


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