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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

  • Jul 13 ServSafe® Manger Certification Training and Exam - Monroe County Georgia Cooperative Extension provides nationally recognized and accredited ServSafe® training for food service 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. Limited spaces are available. You must register by calling our office: 478-994-7014
    • Forsyth, GA - (104.0 Miles)
  • Jul 14 - Jul 15 Keeping Food Safe Training for 4-Hers Keeping Food Safe for Georgia is an Extension Food Handler training that covers food safety topics such as personal hygiene, time and temperature, and cleaning and sanitizing. This is a training opportunity specifically for local 4-Hers! Learn why food safety is important and grow you skills for competitions and for life!
    • Albany, GA - (18.0 Miles)
  • Jul 16 ServSafe® Manager Certification Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe® Manager Certification course and exam at the Greene County Extension Office Conference room in Greensboro, GA (1180 C. Weldon Smith Dr. Suite 110 Greensboro, GA 30642) This training will be an one-day course with exam. Thursday, July 16th will be an instruction and review day from 8:45 to 5:30 PM.
    • Washington, GA - (168.0 Miles)
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