Human activities, like agriculture, industry and recreation have waste products. Protecting the soil, water and air from pollutants is a critical part of UGA Extension's research. UGA Extension and the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences encourage wise stewardship of Georgia's resources, not only to protect humans and their environment from harm, but to also create a climate where responsible industry can flourish and prosper.
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On-Site and Telephone Consultation Available in many situations for home owners and consumers.
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Pesticide Safety Education Program Topics include pest identification, storage and disposal, pesticide drift and runoff prevention, water quality protection, and food safety.
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Production Meetings Updates on local issues for growers and producers.
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Soil and Water Testing Services Increase your yield, test your water quality, and more.
- Household Water Quality Series: Protecting Your Well and Wellhead (C858-1) If you are one of the many Americans who use groundwater for drinking, the proper protection of your well and wellhead is essential for the health of your family, yourself and your neighbors. This pub…
- Metal Concentration Standards for Land Application of Biosolids and Other By-Products in Georgia (B 1353) This bulletin provides the general public a quick reference for some commonly used standards for metal concentrations in biosolids and various by-products intended for land application. Most of the st…
- Regulations for On-Farm Storage Tanks in Georgia (B 1136) This publication provides a brief overview of the major regulatory agencies and highlights the rules that Georgia farmers should be aware of concerning storage tanks on their farms.
- Environmental Water Quality Series: Georgia's Water Quality Standards (B 1242-3) The Environmental Protection Division (GAEPD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GADNR) is responsible for setting and enforcing water quality standards. The goals of establishing these s…
Websites
UGA-affiliated sites
Agricultural Pollution Prevention Program Provides resources on pollution concerns in environmental assessments, animal waste, land applications, sustainable agriculture and tillage as well as links to University and external websites.
Sustainable Agriculture at UGA Brings together information on sustainable agriculture including conservation tillage, organic production, and other resources.
Impact Statements: Pollution Descriptions of Extension efforts to improve knowledge and practices related to pollution.
UGA Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics Learn more about the agricultural and applied economics department at the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.
UGA Department of Crop and Soil Sciences Learn more about the crop and soil sciences department at the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.
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Septic Health UGA Extension has resources to help Georgians keep their septic systems healthy.
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Indoor Pollen
Reduce indoor pollen by keeping windows closed, cleaning often, UGA expert says.