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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
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Jul 15 - Jul 16 LifeSmarts Training Camp LifeSmarts provides real-world education for students who learn about core consumer topics and develop critical thinking skills. Participants focus on five key topic areas: consumer rights and responsibilities, the environment, health and safety, personal finance, and technology. The goal of LifeSmarts is to create consumer savvy young people who will be well equipped for adult life in today’s complex, global marketplace.
- Jefferson, GA - (179.0 Miles)
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Jul 17 Methods for Outsmarting Common Garden Weeds and Pests - IPM Style Take control of your garden with these practical solutions on outsmarting weeds and pests using Integrated Pest Management (IPM)! Explore smart, sustainable strategies to tackle garden intruders, from preventing weed growth to managing pest populations without harming beneficial insects or the environment. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett offer effective methods like cultural practices, biological controls, and targeted treatments, helping you cultivate a thriving, resilient garden the eco-friendly way. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. For more information, please contact us at uge1135@uga.edu.
- Virtual Event


