UGA Extension Office

Agriculture & Natural Resources

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Testing & Sampling Procedures


We provide testing for:

Prices vary depending on the type of test needed. There is also a $2 postage charge on all samples submitted by our office. Please contact our office (706-453-2083) for more information.


Memberships & Classes

  • Piedmont Area Poultry Association
    Next quarterly meeting September 25, 2018
    Educational programming for area poultry producers
  • Greene County Livestock Association
    Coordinates the Pro-Rodeo and Junior Rodeos at the Expo Center next to the Extension Office.
    Contact: Charles Crumbley (706-338-9000)

Monte Stephens at Farm Bureau AG Experience Day 2022

Extension Publications

  • Vegetable Garden Calendar (C 943) The recommendations in this circular are based on long-term average dates of the last killing frost in the spring and first killing frost in the fall. Every year does not conform to the "average," so you should use your own judgment about advancing or delaying the time for each job, depending on weather conditions.
  • Native Plants for Georgia Part I: Trees, Shrubs and Woody Vines (B 987) This publication focuses on native trees, shrubs and woody vines for Georgia. It is not our intent to describe all native species — just those available in the nursery trade and those that the authors feel have potential for nursery production and landscape use. Rare or endangered species are not described. Information on each plant is provided according to the following categories: Common Name(s)/Botanical Name/Family, Characteristics, Landscape Uses, Size, Zones and Habitat.
  • Time Management: 10 Strategies for Better Time Management (C 1042) Learn 10 strategies for better time management, including knowing how to spend your time, setting priorities, using planning tools, getting organized, scheduling, delegating, and avoiding procrastinating, wasting time, and multitasking.
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Master Gardener Extension Volunteers

Applications are now Open

 

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE ON NOVEMBER 15, 2022

OUR PURPOSE

  As an educational and service organization, our primary purposes are:

  • Extending Master Gardeners’ knowledge of and interest in gardening and related activities.
  • Sharing  information with Georgians about horticultural practices and techniques  in accordance with the research and recommendations of the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service.
  • Enhancing and supplementing the horticultural efforts of the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service.
  • Providing opportunities for members to meet and associate with others who have similar horticultural interests.

EDUCATION & SERVICE

 We strive to promote knowledge, interest, appreciation, and enjoyment of  gardening among members and the public through meetings, newsletters,  grants, and activities. We also seek to provide the community with  information about good gardening practices through news articles and  other media, clinics, exhibits, and presentations to garden clubs,  schools and other community groups.


Complete the form below to register for an Upcoming Event or call 706-453-2083. 


Event Registration
 
 

Upcoming Events

  • Mar 25 - Mar 28 2024 AgrAbility National Training Workshop The AgrAbility National Training Workshop (NTW) is the foremost educational event addressing issues related to disability in agriculture. Professionals and consumers from all over the country participate in four days of plenary sessions, breakouts, tours, networking, and special events.
    • Atlanta, GA - (73.0 Miles)
  • Mar 28 Clase de ServSafe para Gerentes y examen para obtener la certificación El programa de capacitación en seguridad alimentaria de ServSafe lidera el camino al proporcionar materiales educativos al día e integrales a la industria de servicios de alimentos. La clase y el examen ServSafe para Gerentes son reconocidos por más jurisdicciones federales, estatales y locales que cualquier otra certificación de seguridad alimentaria y en Georgia, la ley exige la certificación de seguridad alimentaria. La Extensión de la Universidad de Georgia en Gwinnett se complace en ofrecer la clase y el examen de certificación de ServSafe para gerentes en español. Class, Book, and Test $150 Retest - $70 Contacte a Ines Beltran a inesb@uga.edu or al 678-477-4014
    • Lawrenceville, GA
  • Mar 28 Homeowner Landscape Basics Lunch & Learn Get the lowdown on your landscape! Join us every 4th Thursday of the month from February to May for this free online program from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Get insights to make the most out of your landscape. Topics covered include: plant for the place, common landscape plants, pruning, & turf. Register for one session, or all four in the series!
    • Virtual Event

Below are some of UGA Extension's most broadly useful resources for those involved in agriculture on the farm, in schools, and around the home.

Production Agriculture:
Statewide Variety Testing
Statewide Variety Testing Which varieties should you plant? The variety testing team does the work and research for farmers.
UGA Weather Network
UGA Weather Network Reliable weather information for agricultural and environmental applications, including soil temperature, rainfall, wind speed, and more.
Pesticide Safety Education
Pesticide Safety Education Everything you need to achieve certification and maintain the knowledge to safely and effectively make use of restricted-use and all other types of pesticides.
Sustainable Agriculture A collection of resources for those interested in production and marketing practices that are profitable, environmentally sound, and that improve the quality of life for farmers, farm workers, and the community.
Ag Budgets and Economics Resources for production economics, farm management, marketing, situation and outlook, risk management, financial management, farm policy, labor, and taxation.
Farmgate Value Report
Farmgate Value Report Annual county-level reports documenting the value of all food and fiber commodities grown in the state.
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Home & Garden:
Soil Testing
Soil Testing Ensure that your soil is productive! Get your soil tested to determine the amount and kind of nutrients that should be added for the best growth.
Pest Management
Pest Management Recommendations for pest control around homes, on pets, in the home garden, and more.
Household Water Quality
Household Water Quality Water quality has an immediate and a prolonged effect on the health of your household. This publication series contains basic information about home water quality and treatment.
Home Garden Publication Series
Home Garden Publication Series Topics include garden planning, soil preparation, weed control, pollination, disease and insect control, harvesting, and preserving.
Georgia Green Industry Professional Development The UGA Center for Urban Agriculture offers professional training and certifications for the Georgia Certified Landscape Professional, Georgia Certified Plant Professional exam and Super Crew employee training series.
Soil Testing
Georgia Green Landscape Stewards The Georgia Green Landscape Stewards program provides fact-based information to help businesses and residences in Georgia implement sustainable green practices in their landscape.
Schools:
Community and School Gardens This Community and School Gardens blog is designed to help community and school gardeners succeed by connecting them to UGA Extension and other research-based resources.
Lesson Plans and Teacher Resources Whether you'd like to help protect the environment, teach your students how to avoid chronic diseases with healthy food and physical activity, or train food handlers in your cafeteria, University of Georgia Extension can help.