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Monroe County
UGA Extension Office

Agriculture & Natural Resources

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Extension Serves the Entire Community

Monroe County Extension offers a wealth of information and services to residents of our county. Our Agriculture and Natural Resources programs provide research-based information, educational programming, and resources to homeowners and commercial clientele in a variety of areas. Water and soil testing information and access to UGA publications are available through our office as well.




Upcoming Events

  • Jan 17 Journeyman Farmer Certificate Program - Small Farm Business Planning Section The Small Farm Business Planning Topics include lessons learned from successful small farms, market feasibility, balance sheets, income statements, risk management, marketing and technology, as well as preparing a business plan. Successful participants will have the foundation to prepare their own farm business plan. The cost is $75, which includes textbook, handouts, and lunch.
    • McDonough, GA - (32.0 Miles)
  • Jan 22 Radon Awareness Lunch n' Learn January is Radon Awareness Month! Radon is a toxic, naturally occurring gas formed by radium breakdown that can infiltrate our water and air supply. Inhalation poses a significant threat, as long-term exposure is linked to lung cancer. Join us on January 22nd for lunch and a talk about Radon safety from the UGA Radon Educator, Rebecca Cantrell. Free Radon test kits will be provided at the end of the program. Lunch will be provided with the cost of registration. Please register by January 17th, 2025.
    • Washington, GA - (86.0 Miles)
  • Feb 11 Henry County Extension Lunch and Learn - The Right Plant in the Right Place Many of the issues we encounter in the home landscape is the result of plant material being planted in sites that it is not adapter. Examples include shade loving plants in full sun, and plants not adapted to our climate. UGA ANR Agent Timothy Daly will discuss how to avoid these pitfalls to ensure your landscape plant survive and thrive.
    • McDonough, GA - (32.0 Miles)