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The mission of Mitchell County Extension is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
UGA Extension helps Georgians become healthier, more productive, financially independent and environmentally responsible. Extension agents stay in touch with issues relevant to people in their local communities through their county Extension offices.
In the Mitchell County Extension office, we are fortunate to have three agents and offer programming in:
Some of our services include:
- Soil and Water Testing
- Pesticide Licensing
- Research-Based Crop Production Updates and Meetings
- 4-H Programs and Summer Camps
- Health and Food Safety Programs
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Upcoming Events
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Forestry Field Day, Southwest District
Tifton, GA - (44.0 miles)
https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/agriculture-stem/natural-resources/forestry-judging-forestry-field-day/
Sep 18
Food Preservation Workshop: Jelly without Pectin
Thomasville, GA - (30.0 miles)
Join the Thomas County Family & Consumer Sciences Agent, Olivia Tumlin, on Friday, September 18th for information about how to preserve Jelly without pectin in a water bath canner. The class will begin at 1PM and finish around 3pm. The cost is $15 per person to cover the cost of materials, and you will go home with some preserved product! Call 229-225-4130 or email olivia.tumlin@uga.edu with questions!
Sep 21
ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - 1 Day Course - Grady County
Cairo, GA - (28.0 miles)
Become a Certified Food Safety Manager!
Whether you work in a restaurant, school nutrition program, healthcare, childcare, or any food service operation, earning your ServSafe Manager Certification demonstrates your commitment to food safety and helps keep your customers safe.
Your registration includes:
8-hour instructor-led course
ServSafe Manager Certification Exam
Course materials
Light snacks
For more information, contact the Grady County Extension Office at 229-377-1312 or janette.burkes@uga.edu
Space is limited, so don't wait! Register today and invest in the knowledge and certification that helps protect the health of those you serve.
