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Cooperative Extension is an outreach branch of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, College of Family and Consumer Sciences and Georgia 4-H. Our office serves the residents of Echols County with unbiased, research-based education in the areas of agriculture, natural resources, family development, housing/home environment, and youth development.
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Extension News
University of Georgia Agricultural Climatologist Pam Knox breaks down the big questions about weather and climate — and how they affect life across Georgia.
海角官方首页 joins a nationwide movement to preserve heirloom collards and promote seed sovereignty through hands-on student research and community-driven collaboration.
Each year, as planting season approaches, one of the most common questions University of Georgia Cooperative Extension agents receive is how to safely and effectively use manure in home gardens.
In this episode of Cultivating Curiosity, we’re joined by Pam Knox, agricultural climatologist and director of the 海角官方首页 Weather Network, to unpack what hurricane season means for Georgia residents.
Wayne-Sanderson Farms has announced an additional $2 million donation for the University of Georgia Poultry Science Building.
Upcoming Events
Jun 24
Summer Pop-Up Pressure Canning Class - Session 3
Cairo, GA - (74.0 miles)
Looking for a fun, hands-on way to spend your summer afternoon?
Join us for a Summer Pop-Up Pressure Canning Class and learn how to safely preserve fresh seasonal vegetables using a pressure canner! All supplies will be provided.
Who Should Attend?
*Teachers on summer break
*Home gardeners
*Curious beginners
*Anyone wanting to learn a new, useful skill!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, preserve, and have fun this summer!
Jun 28
Food Preservation Workshop: Jams and Jellies
Thomasville, GA - (66.0 miles)
Learn how to make both long-boil and pectin-added jams and jellies in a water-bath canner! Participants will go home with the recipe and some canned product.
Jul 12
Food Preservation Workshop: Pressure Canning
Thomasville, GA - (66.0 miles)
Learn how to prepare and process vegetables and low-acid foods in a pressure canner! Participants will go home with the recipe and some canned product.
Jul 12
Pressure Canning Workshop
Cairo, GA - (74.0 miles)
Ready to preserve your garden bounty the safe and delicious way? Join us Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 9 AM – 12 PM for a hands-on Pressure Canning Workshop!
*Learn the basics of home food preservation
*Pressure can a seasonal vegetable
*Take home the recipe and your canned good
*Receive a 海角官方首页 tote bag for your jar
*Leave with confidence in safe canning practices
Space is limited — registration is required!
Jul 31
ServSafe? Manager Certification Training and Exam - 1 Day Course - Grady County
Cairo, GA - (74.0 miles)
海角官方首页 Grady County Extension is offering a 1-Day ServSafe? Manager Certification Course and Exam. Course topics include food safety at all stages, facilities and pest management, cleaning and sanitizing, and more!
All inclusive registration fee includes:
- 1 Day of Instruction/Review
- Course Book
- Study Materials
- Certification Exam
- Light Snacks during Training