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Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
Our program areas include:
Agriculture and Natural Resources
The Monroe County Extension office is your gateway to the resources of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. We offer educational resources and programs that help clients be more successful in their agricultural pursuits.
We provide testing services for:
Soil
Well Water
Feed & Forage
Poultry Litter
Pond Water
Family and Consumer Sciences
UGA FACS provides programming and educational resources on:
Chronic Disease Prevention/Healthy Lifestyles
Economic Well-being for Individuals and Families
Food Safety and Preservation
Healthy, Safe and Affordable Housing Environments
Positive Development for Individuals, Families and Communities
Monroe County's FACS Agent's focus is on Chronic Disease Prevention/Healthy Lifestyles and Food Safety and Preservation.
4-H and Youth Development
Monroe County 4-H provides programs for students grades 5-12 including:
Cloverleaf Class Club Meetings
Cotton Boll Consumer Judging
DPA Preparation
Horse Team - Judging and Quiz Bowl
Junior/Senior Leadership Council
Livestock Judging and Show Teams
S.A.F.E. Shotgun Team
Summer Camp
We have had a good bit of interest in an archery club we just need the help getting it started. We are looking for volunteers to help coach and lead a 4-H archery club. If you or someone you know would be interested, please contact the Extension/4-H Office. You can also find out more about becoming a volunteer here: https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/monroe/4-h-youth-development/volunteer---support1.html
Upcoming Events
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Oct 22 Journeyman Farmer Certificate Program Part 2: Small Ruminant Production Develop the knowledge and hands-on skills needed for successful sheep and goat production. Topics include animal selection and nutrition, pasture management, predator control, herd health, parasite management, meat production, and more. There will be a hands-on lab on October 22nd from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Athens. We highly recommend taking Part 1: Small Business in addition to this course. Part 1 will take place September 22nd-October 1st at the same location.
- Lincolnton, GA
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Oct 22 Fall Vegetable Garden Workshop Come learn about planting and harvesting a fall garden! Learn research-based recommendations to help you successfully plan, plant, and manage a productive fall vegetable garden. You Will Learn: Selecting vegetable varieties and cultivars suited for cool season vegetable production Planting dates and timing Preparing soil and garden beds Extending your harvest through the season Details: Friday, October 22nd | 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. | $10 + credit/debit card fees Location: UGA Griffin Research and Education Garden Building, 129 Ellis Road, Griffin, GA 30223 Bonus: Participants will receive fall vegetable transplants to take home after the program!
- Griffin, GA - (27.0 Miles)
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Oct 22 Honey Bee Control and Removal Training Gwinnett County Extension is offering the Georgia Structural Pest Control Commission approved 8-hour training required to obtain a Honey Bee Control and Removal (HBR) license through two half day sessions. Attendance at these sessions is required to satisfy one requirement for the license. For questions, please contact the Gwinnett Extension office directly at 678-377-4010. Fee:$42
- Lawrenceville, GA - (64.0 Miles)