Agriculture & Natural Resources
ANR Agent, Brooklyne Wassel
If you have any questions or concerns please call our office at 770-567-2010 or 678-588-3153.
BELOW YOU WILL FIND SOME OF THE MOST COMMONLY REQUESTED INFORMATION AND SERVICES OFFERED BY UGA PIKE COUNTY EXTENSION.
Extension News
Upcoming Events
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Jun 1 - Aug 12 Applications for the 2026 Northwest Georgia Master Naturalist Program are available The Georgia Master Naturalist Program is a hands-on environmental education course that explores Georgia's habitats and ecosystems and the human impacts on these environments. This 9-week program consists of weekly field trips with in-depth lectures from experts on a variety of environmental and ecological topics. Transportation can be arranged for limited number of participants from one of the three host counties. The program days are from 9:00am to 4:00pm, not including drive time. Registration is complete once you have completed the online application and paid the fee in full through the Cobb County Extension Office. Space is limited and registration will remain open until August 12 or when all spaces are filled. You can mark your calendar for these program dates: August 27-Master Naturalist Orientation, Fridays in September: September 11, September 18, September 25. Thursdays in October: October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29-30-Overnight-Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center
- Dallas, GA - (75.0 Miles)
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Jun 2 Monroe County Farmers Association June Meeting Topic to be covered. Cool Season Pasture Management Planting legumes 17:30 -18:00 Dinner 18:00 -18:45 Pasture talk 18:45 -19:00 Questions $7.00 to attend Please contact the office to RSVP
- Forsyth, GA - (22.0 Miles)
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Jun 3 IPM Workshop at Patchwork City Farms Join UGA Extension Fulton County for a hands-on IPM workshop hosted at a small-scale farm, designed specifically for urban and community vegetable growers. This interactive training will focus on sustainable, practical pest management strategies that protect crops, people, and the environment while supporting farm viability. Participants will work alongside UGA Extension agents, specialists, and an experienced farmer to build pest identification and management skills. Sessions will include insect identification, plant disease diagnosis and holistic management, and proper calibration and use of backpack sprayers. Emphasis will be placed on accurate pest identification, informed decision-making, and effective application techniques. Attendees will gain hands-on practice in the field, leaving with tools and confidence to implement IPM practices on their own farms and gardens. Ideal for urban growers, beginning farmers, and anyone interested in sustainable vegetable production.
- Atlanta, GA - (49.0 Miles)
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Jun 5 Credits and Coffee: Understanding Pollinators Grab a cup of coffee, a biscuit, and earn some pesticide credits. 1 CEU in Categories: 10 (Private), 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 & 31 Presentation: Understanding Pollinators
- Meansville, GA
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Jun 5 Journeyman Farmers Certificate Program Small farm Business Planning Class The program is held in collaboration with the UGA Small Business Development Center and will cover topics such as balance and income statements, budgets, insurance, and financing. It will assist current small farmers and those who are planning to start a small farm to better understand the financial side of small scale agriculture. The program will be held at the Rockdale County Extension Office located at 1127 West Ave SW, Conyers, GA 30012.
- McDonough, GA - (36.0 Miles)
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Jun 10 GA/FL Irrigation Expo 2026 The University of Georgia and the University of Florida Extension Services are partnering with local RC&D councils and Soil & Water Conservation Districts to host a new agricultural expo focused on irrigation. Experience live demonstrations, including blue-dye tests, pivot uniformity, and micro-irrigation for freeze protection! Over 25 irrigation exhibitors will also be on-site, showcasing a wide range of irrigation products and knowledge.
- Lyons, GA - (131.0 Miles)