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UGA Extension Toombs County offers educational programs in the areas of horticulture and agriculture, food safety and nutrition, and leadership and citizenship for youth.

UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Toombs 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 on the job in Georgia since 1914.


Upcoming Events

  • Apr 21 - Apr 22 Georgia 4-H Area Poultry Judging Contest - Tifton 4-H event
    • Tifton, GA - (89.0 Miles)
  • Apr 21 One-Day ServSafe Manager Certification Course + Exam Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe Manager Certification Course and exam at the Georgia Grown Innovation Center in Metter, GA. The content for this course will be delivered in one day with the exam directly following completion of course material. Time: 8:00-5:00 PM (lunch on your own) Registration: $150 (all-inclusive) Book and materials must be picked up no later than 2 weeks prior to class date! Class may be cancelled or rescheduled due to low participation. For more information, please contact the Candler County Extension Office at 912-685-2408.
    • Metter, GA - (21.0 Miles)
  • Apr 22 ServSafe Managers Course and Exam UGA Carroll County Extension is offering a one-day ServSafe® Manager Certification Course on April 22nd, 2026. Course details: • Registration deadline: April 10, 2026 • Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (lunch on your own) • Fee: $150 (all-inclusive) Registration includes: • Full day of instruction and exam review • ServSafe® Manager course book and study materials • Certification exam • Light snacks Topics include: • Food safety at all stages of operation • Facilities and pest management • Cleaning and sanitizing • Additional essential food safety practices For questions, contact Victoria Presnal, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, at victoria.presnal1@uga.edu or 770-836-8546 Register early to secure your spot and take the next step toward ServSafe® Manager certification.
    • Carrollton, GA - (191.0 Miles)
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