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What is UGA Extension?

The UGA Extension Office operates through a unique partnership with local county governments, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. We translate the science of everyday living for farmers, families and communities to foster a healthy and prosperous Georgia.

For more than a century, we've provided research-based education through a network of committed specialists, agents and volunteers to help Georgians learn, grow and do more.

Program areas:

Agriculture & Natural Resources: our goal in Rockdale County is to assist and educate local farmers, businesses, homeowners, and gardeners with latest agriculture and horticulture information.  We provide soil and water testing, plant identification, plant disease diagnosis, insect identification and control, site visits, private and commercial pesticide licensing.

Learn more about our Master Gardener Extension Volunteer  Program. 

4-H Youth Development: Rockdale County's future leaders learn life skills through hands-on learning experiences. 4-H is considered one of the world's largest youth clubs offering today's youth from Kindergarten-12th grade a variety of programming to choose from both in-person and online.

Family & Consumer Sciences: provides education in the community on topics including: healthy eating and cooking, as well as ServSafe Managers Training Certifications, and Child Care Provider credit hours. Our Family and Consumer Science Agent also offers counseling and resources in health education, diabetic meal planning, and food safety.  Visit our Fun with Fresh Foods page for nutritious recipes and easy to follow videos.


Upcoming Events

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MG Spring Plant SaleRockdale County Master Gardener Extension volunteers welcome you to their annual plant sale on April 19, 2025 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Location is 1400 Parker Rd. behind the building. Plants priced at great prices. MG's on hand to answer your garden questions.
KIds Cooking ClubKids Cooking Club is back for 2025. March 26th, April 23rd, and May 28th. Kids will learn culinary basics in our teaching kitchen. Kids Cooking Club is for children ages 9 to 15 years old.Call our office to register.
MGEV Informational Series Flyer All Dates - MGEV Plant Clinics
Avian Influenza FlyerHelp prevent Avian Influenza. Call 770-766-6850 with questions, concerns or to report a suspected case..
Spotted LanternflySpotted Lanternfly is an invasive insect that feeds on sap of many different woody species, including important crops like apples, peaches, plums and grapes. SLF feeding can weaken and kill infested plants.

State Wide Calendar of Events


Upcoming Events

  • Apr 26 - Apr 28 NE/NW District Junior Rally (6th - 8th Grades) - Wahsega 4-H Event
    • Dahlonega, GA - (60.0 Miles)
  • Apr 19 Sow and Grow Garden Club Join us for our 2025 youth spring garden club on 2 scheduled Saturdays in March, April and May. Youth will explore the outdoors and learn about habitats through hands-on activities in our Education Garden. This program is for 1st thru 3rd graders.
    • Fayetteville, GA - (32.0 Miles)
  • Apr 22 ServSafe Manager Certification Training & Exam- Morgan County Extension Join us on Tuesday, April 22nd at the Morgan County Extension Office for a one-day ServSafe® Manager Certification course and Exam. Georgia Cooperative Extension provides the nationally recognized and accredited ServSafe® training for foodservice managers from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). Upon successful completion of the ServSafe® examination, the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager certificate will be issued by the NRAEF and is valid for five years.
    • Madison, GA - (34.0 Miles)