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Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
Our program areas include:
Agriculture and Natural Resources
The Monroe County Extension office is your gateway to the resources of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. We offer educational resources and programs that help clients be more successful in their agricultural pursuits.
We provide testing services for:
Soil
Well Water
Feed & Forage
Poultry Litter
Pond Water
Family and Consumer Sciences
UGA FACS provides programming and educational resources on:
Chronic Disease Prevention/Healthy Lifestyles
Economic Well-being for Individuals and Families
Food Safety and Preservation
Healthy, Safe and Affordable Housing Environments
Positive Development for Individuals, Families and Communities
Monroe County's FACS Agent's focus is on Chronic Disease Prevention/Healthy Lifestyles and Food Safety and Preservation.
4-H and Youth Development
Monroe County 4-H provides programs for students grades 5-12 including:
Cloverleaf Class Club Meetings
Cotton Boll Consumer Judging
DPA Preparation
Horse Team - Judging and Quiz Bowl
Junior/Senior Leadership Council
Livestock Judging and Show Teams
S.A.F.E. Shotgun Team
Summer Camp
We have had a good bit of interest in an archery club we just need the help getting it started. We are looking for volunteers to help coach and lead a 4-H archery club. If you or someone you know would be interested, please contact the Extension/4-H Office. You can also find out more about becoming a volunteer here: https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/monroe/4-h-youth-development/volunteer---support1.html
Upcoming Events
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Sep 26 Hall County Master Gardeners Fall Garden Expo When: Friday, September 25, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Saturday, September 26, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Where: PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A NEW TRAFFIC PATTERN. FOLLOW THE SIGNS. Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center 1855 Calvary Church Rd. Gainesville, GA 30507 ? Admission is $2, Kids 12 and under admitted free. Rain or shine. Covered arena. Absolutely no pets allowed. Only Service Animals that meet ADA requirements will be allowed entry. More than 60 vendors selling trees, shrubs, native plants, perennials, annuals, fall vegetable plants, houseplants, garden art, birdhouses, hand-crafted gifts from the garden, honey and preserves! ? Free carts available to collect purchases; but they go quickly. Consider bringing your own wagon or cart. Gardening presentations by noted horticultural experts each day at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Food trucks. To view vendor list and other Expo info visit here: https://www.hallmastergardeners.com/garden-expo
- Gainesville, GA - (86.0 Miles)
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Sep 26 Small Ruminant Field Day Thinking about raising sheep or goats? Already have a flock and want to improve your management? Join use for the Small Ruminant Field day, a program designed for both current and prospective sheep and goat producers. Topics covered: - Nutrition & Pasture Basics - Parasite Management & Fecal Egg Counts - USDA FSA & NRCS resources available to producers - Safe handling & basic small ruminant husbandry
- Atlanta, GA - (54.0 Miles)
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Sep 28 - Sep 29 Step Up and Lead https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/citizenship/community-global-affairs/step-up-and-lead/
- Dahlonega, GA - (108.0 Miles)
