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Support Madison County 4-H on the Road to the National Food Challenge
The Madison County 4-H Food Challenge Team has earned the exciting opportunity to compete at the National Food Challenge. Through 4-H, these youth have built skills in nutrition, food preparation, teamwork, and critical thinking—applying them in fast-paced, real-world competitions.
As they prepare to represent Madison County on the national stage, the team is working to cover travel, lodging, registration, and meal expenses. Community support plays a vital role in making this experience possible.
Contributions of any size help invest in these young leaders, providing them with a meaningful educational opportunity that builds confidence and lifelong skills.
Donations can be made to Madison County 4-H by clicking a button below. For more information, please contact uge1191@uga.edu or (706) 795-2281. Thank you for supporting youth in our community!
Office Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Lunch: 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Office Holiday Closings 2026
New Years - January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr - January 19
Memorial Day - May 25
Juneteenth - June 19
Independence Day - July 3
Labor Day - September 1
Thanksgiving - November 26-27
Christmas Holidays - December 25-31 and January 1, 2027
Welcome to Madison County!
Located only 17 miles northeast of Athens-Clarke County and the University of Georgia, Madison County covers 285 square miles in the Piedmont region of Northeast Georgia. Madison County's number one industry is agriculture. According to the 2022 Georgia Farm Gate Value Report, Madison County is #5 in agricultural production, with a total farm gate value of more than $487 Million.
Much of the agriculture in the county is centered around Georgia's large poultry industry, but Madison County also has a diversified agriculture, with many acres devoted to beef cattle, goats, and sheep; hay, soybeans, and small grains; as well as timber production and several small vegetable farms that raise produce for farmers markets.
From Our Blog
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Good Record Keeping Is Key to Beef Cattle SuccessSuccessful beef cattle production involves more than raising healthy cattle and selling calves. Keeping accurate records is an important management tool that helps producers evaluate herd performance, control expenses, and make better decisions for the future. University of Georgia Cooperative Extension encourages producers to use production and financial records to better understand their operation and […]
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Prepare Your Lawn and Landscape for FallAs summer begins to wind down and cooler temperatures arrive, September is an important transition period for Georgia lawns and landscapes. The work homeowners do now can help warm-season turf survive the winter and return healthier next spring. For homeowners with bermudagrass, centipedegrass or zoysiagrass, one of the most important steps is allowing the grass […]
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4-H Activities & Events for Madison County Youth (October 2026 Newsletter)
Project S.A.F.E. Shooting Sports BB Team For 4th-9th graders! An interest meeting will be held October 5, 2026 at the 4-H office beginning at 6pm. Shotgun Team For 6th-12th graders! An interest meeting will be held on October 25, 2026 at the 4-H office beginning at 2pm. If you would like more information as well […] -
Managing Your Pond: Keeping a Healthy Pond HealthyFor many landowners in Madison County, a pond is more than a body of water. Ponds provide opportunities for fishing and recreation, wildlife habitat, livestock water and an attractive feature around the home. However, maintaining a healthy pond requires more than treating weeds when they become a problem. Good pond management starts with understanding the […]
Upcoming Events
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Oct 19 College Applications & Scholarships Writing Workshop Are you a high school student planning to attend college? Whether you are a freshman without an idea of where to begin or a senior working on your application, join me as I go over key factors to consider when building your college list, differentiate the application platforms, highlight a few scholarship opportunities, break down the main components of the application process, and provide you with writing tips. After the presentation, you’ll have time to work on your essays and receive feedback from both peers and me. Bring your questions and your laptop if you prefer typing your essay! This workshop is at the Flint River Regional Library System (800 Memorial Drive Griffin, GA 30223).
- Griffin, GA - (84.0 Miles)
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Nov 2 - Nov 3 Cotton Boll & Consumer Judging - Jackson Cotton Boll and Consumer Judging is a competitive judging contest where 4-H’ers learn about cotton as an agriculture commodity in our state as well as to promote cotton through commercials or advertisements. 4-H’ers gain skills in making rational decisions when purchasing goods and services while maximizing resources. https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/healthy-living/healthy-living-contests/cotton-boll-and-consumer-judging/
- Jefferson, GA - (19.0 Miles)
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Nov 9 - Nov 10 Cotton Boll & Consumer Judging - Henry Cotton Boll and Consumer Judging is a competitive judging contest where 4-H’ers learn about cotton as an agriculture commodity in our state as well as to promote cotton through commercials or advertisements. 4-H’ers gain skills in making rational decisions when purchasing goods and services while maximizing resources. https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/healthy-living/healthy-living-contests/cotton-boll-and-consumer-judging/
- McDonough, GA - (65.0 Miles)
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Nov 10 - Nov 11 Cotton Boll & Consumer Judging - Watkinsville Cotton Boll and Consumer Judging is a competitive judging contest where 4-H’ers learn about cotton as an agriculture commodity in our state as well as to promote cotton through commercials or advertisements. 4-H’ers gain skills in making rational decisions when purchasing goods and services while maximizing resources. https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/healthy-living/healthy-living-contests/cotton-boll-and-consumer-judging/
- Watkinsville, GA - (27.0 Miles)
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Nov 16 - Nov 17 Cotton Boll & Consumer Judging - Bartow Cotton Boll and Consumer Judging is a competitive judging contest where 4-H’ers learn about cotton as an agriculture commodity in our state as well as to promote cotton through commercials or advertisements. 4-H’ers gain skills in making rational decisions when purchasing goods and services while maximizing resources. https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/healthy-living/healthy-living-contests/cotton-boll-and-consumer-judging/
- Cartersville, GA - (87.0 Miles)
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Nov 17 Egg Candling Class Do you have a backyard flock and want to learn how to candle eggs? Egg candling is an important part of selling or consuming your own eggs. It is a skill that allows you to determine the quality of the egg without having to break into it. This class provides both a how-to on egg candling as well as a hands-on portion with a variety of eggs to practice. Eggs will be provided, but if you want to bring in your own eggs for practice, you are more than welcome to do so. *Class does not provide egg candling license/certificate
- Griffin, GA - (84.0 Miles)
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Dec 5 - Dec 6 Cloverleaf Project Achievement (4th - 6th Grade) - Union County Youth will compete in demonstration projects, food labs, and performing arts in 4th - 6th grades. https://georgia4h.org/cloverleaf-project-achievement-grades-4-6/
- Blairsville, GA - (62.0 Miles)
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Jan 29 - Feb 1 Southeast District Jr/Sr Project Achievement 4-H Project Achievement
- Eatonton, GA - (58.0 Miles)
What is UGA Extension?
UGA Extension is a partnership (Cooperation) between The University of Georgia,
the U. S. Department of Agriculture, and individual counties. UGA Extension delivers current research conducted at universities and research farms to the citizens of each county based on their individual needs. This delivery system allows UGA Extension to be on the forefront of food safety, technology, research, and education; keeping Georgia’s economy strong and making life better for Georgians. Visit the UGA Extension website to find out more!
Madison County Office Contact Info
- Shipping: 97 Sunset Drive Danielsville, GA 30633
- Mailing: PO Box 68 Danielsville, GA 30633-0068
- Email: uge1191@uga.edu
- Phone: 706-795-2281