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Stephens County Extension

Stephens County Extension offers educational programs in the areas of horticulture and agriculture, leadership and citizenship for youth through Stephens County 4-H, and food safety and nutrition information.

UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Stephens County, the University of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Backed up by specialists and a network of resources, Extension Agents have been bringing research-based information to counties in Georgia since 1914.

Mission

Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth, and families.


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Office Hours

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mondays - Fridays


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Upcoming Events

  • Jan 8 - Jan 9 Livestock Judging Certified Coaches' Training 4-H Training
    • Calhoun, GA - (96.0 Miles)
  • Jan 8 In the Garden / Horticultural Hot Takes: Trends for 2026 and Beyond Tune in for this forward?looking webinar that will explore ideas set to shape gardens in the coming years. We’ll look at emerging plant varieties, practical design approaches, and sustainable techniques that respond to changing climates and evolving aesthetics. Whether you work in horticulture or simply love cultivating your own green space, you’ll gain clear, actionable insights to guide your planting, planning, and creative choices well into the future. Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett guide you through this interesting view into the future. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event
  • Jan 8 2026 UGA Horse Owners Webinar Series: Back to Basics The UGA Horse Owner’s Webinar Series: Back to Basics is designed to help horse owners build a strong foundation in equine care and management. This educational series provides practical, up-to-date, research-based information to develop the knowledge and skills needed for responsible horse ownership. Topics will include: introduction to horse ownership, basic behavior and welfare, nutrition and feeding, health management, economics of ownership, and emergency preparedness. In contrast to prior years, 2026 will have one of two formats: two 45 minute presentations on the same night (1/8 and 1/29) or one 1.5 hour presentation (1/15 and 1/22) to accommodate depth of content and an abbreviated 4-week schedule.
    • Virtual Event