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Worth County
UGA Extension Office

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The mission of Worth County Extension is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families. Housed on the edge of Historic Downtown Sylvester, our office is easily accessible for people of all ages to visit. The front door is facing Hwy 82 and Jeffords Park, with parking along the edge of the building on N Westberry Street. On our website, you will find Agricultural & Natural Resource information, what is going on with our 4-H programming, and Family & Consumer Sciences information. 


Upcoming Events
  • Sep 20 - Sep 25 Southern Region Teen Leadership Conference The Southern Region Teen Leadership Conference (SRTLC) is a first-of-its-kind, multi-state 4-H conference created to bring together 4-H teens and adults to empower & inspire them to make a positive change across the southern region through youth-adult partnerships. Georgia 4-H participates as one of several host states for SRTLC each year.
    • Crossville, GA - (306.0 Miles)
  • Sep 22 Water Systems Workshop - Alabama The Water Systems Workshop aims to promote greater understanding of water systems, water assessments, including FDA's proposed Water Builder Tool, and water distribution equipment and connections. This workshop is designed to be interactive using presentations that encourage discussions, scenario-based small group breakouts, and hands-on activities. The workshop is structured to accommodate regional considerations within the content. Attendees will gain the knowledge and skills to evaluate their water systems for risk factors that may affect the safety of fresh produce for human consumption. This work is done in partnership with the FDA, The Georgia Department of Agriculture, Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries, The Alabama Cooperative Extension, Georgia Cooperative Extension, Auburn University, and the University of Georgia. Where: Wiregrass Research and Extension Center Headland, AL 36345 When: 9 am - 5 pm (lunch will be provided) Cost: $25
    • Headland, AL - (87.0 Miles)
  • Sep 23 Beef Cattle 201 This is a workshop designed for cattle producers interested in enhancing conservation on their farms and improving their economic production. Topics include Economics, Market Outlook, Forage & Herd Management, Reproduction, Beef Quality Assurance (BQA), and more.
    • Thomaston, GA - (98.0 Miles)
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