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Oglethorpe County
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The Oglethorpe County Extension Office serves as a Public Service and Outreach branch of the University of Georgia. Our goal is to translate the science of everyday living for families, farmers, and communities to foster a healthy and prosperous Georgia. We do this within three main program areas: Agriculture and Natural Resources, 4-H Youth Development, and Family and Consumer Sciences.


Office Hours
Our regular office hours are 8am-12pm, 1pm-5pm Monday thru Friday. These hours are subject to change around holidays.


Agriculture and Natural Resources
4-H Youth Development
Family and Consumer Sciences

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From Our Blog

  • Calling all Corn and Soybean Growers
    Calling all Corn and Soybean Growers Posted by Shanna Reynolds on Dec 22, 2025
    Our office will host two UGA Extension specialists on the evening of January 8th for talks on Corn and Soybean Production. There is no charge for attendance, but RSVP is required to 706+743-8341. A meal will be provided. Direct any questions to one of the collaborating Extension offices (Oglethorpe, Jackson, Franklin, Madison, Morgan, and Elbert […]
  • Sheep and Goat Parasite Management Tips
    Sheep and Goat Parasite Management Tips Posted by Shanna Reynolds on Nov 13, 2025
    Small ruminants are managed very differently from their larger grazing livestock counterparts and come with some unique challenges. Sheep and goats need substantial fencing, protection from predators, and periodic hoof trimming, to name a few husbandry requirements. Still, the biggest challenge sheep and goat producers face is internal parasite management. The stomach worm, Haemonchus contortus […]
  • Keep Halloween Safe and Spooky: Food Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treating
    Keep Halloween Safe and Spooky: Food Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treating Posted by Emily Williams on Oct 30, 2025
    Halloween is almost here and that means costumes, candy, and plenty of spooky fun! As your little ghosts and goblins head out to collect treats, it’s important to make sure safety comes first.Here are a few simple tips to help keep your Halloween both fun and safe this year. Trick-or-Treating Smart Before you hit the […]