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Whitfield County
UGA Extension Office

Agriculture & Natural Resources

Whitfield County continues its agricultural needs with more than 39,000 acres in farmland and a farm gate value for agricultural products of over $144 million, Whitfield County farmers benefit from UGA researched-based information.

The Agriculture & Natural Resources (ANR) program assists homeowners, farmers and land owners by providing educational seminars and workshops on topics from landscaping to wildlife management and everything in between. ANR services include but are not limited to soil, water, and forage testing; plant disease diagnostic services; insect identification; and troubleshooting landscape problems. Please follow the links on this site to find further information, or contact us at UGA Extension in Whitfield county at 706-278-8207.

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ANR Agent

Shane Kornberg
Shane Kornberg
Agriculture & Natural Resources
ANR Agent
ANR News
Robin Buell
Robin Buell Buell's research at the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences focuses on unlocking the full potential of plants to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. By Erin Yates | Published: 4/22/2025
Soil Guide
Soil Guide Whether you're preparing a brand-new garden bed or revitalizing existing soil, understanding its composition and how to improve it will set your plants up for success. By Emily Cabrera | Published: 4/17/2025
Community Science Counts
Community Science Counts How the Great Southeast Pollinator Census inspired a regional movement — and a children’s book. By Emily Cabrera | Published: 4/15/2025
Goldwater Scholarship
Goldwater Scholarship The honor is the highest undergraduate award of its type for the fields of mathematics, engineering and natural sciences. By Stephanie Schupska | Published: 4/14/2025
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ANR Events

  • Apr 28 Journeyman Farmer Training-Small Ruminant Production Carroll and Paulding County Extension are hosting a Journeyman Farmer program that provides comprehensive training for beginning farmers.  The program requires two-step training and the ability to complete both online training modules and in-person class meetings. Step 1: Small Farm Business Planning (March 10, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Step 2: Small Ruminant Production Online & In-Person Training (March 24, April 14, April 28, and May 12).  Participants must complete Step One before participating in Step Two. Step 3: Intern-Mentorship Opportunities The cost for the program is $80.00.  Registration will close on March 3, 2025.
    • Carrollton, GA
  • May 12 Journeyman Farmer Training-Small Ruminant Production Carroll and Paulding County Extension are hosting a Journeyman Farmer program that provides comprehensive training for beginning farmers.  The program requires two-step training and the ability to complete both online training modules and in-person class meetings. Step 1: Small Farm Business Planning (March 10, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Step 2: Small Ruminant Production Online & In-Person Training (March 24, April 14, April 28, and May 12).  Participants must complete Step One before participating in Step Two. Step 3: Intern-Mentorship Opportunities The cost for the program is $80.00.  Registration will close on March 3, 2025.
    • Carrollton, GA
  • May 12 Journeyman Farmer Training-Small Ruminant Production Carroll and Paulding County Extension are hosting a Journeyman Farmer program that provides comprehensive training for beginning farmers.  The program requires two-step training and the ability to complete both online training modules and in-person class meetings. Step 1: Small Farm Business Planning (March 10, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Step 2: Small Ruminant Production Online & In-Person Training (March 24, April 14, April 28, and May 12).  Participants must complete Step One before participating in Step Two. Step 3: Intern-Mentorship Opportunities The cost for the program is $80.00.  Registration will close on March 3, 2025.
    • Carrollton, GA
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