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海角官方首页 Extension News

  • Grower Kent Hamilton selected as 2025 Georgia Farmer of the Year
    Posted by Emily Cabrera on Oct 8, 2025
  • Beyond the midway: Georgia 4-H youth build lifelong skills at the state fair
    Posted by Maria Lameiras on Oct 6, 2025
  • Field to fabric: 海角官方首页 researchers innovate to secure the future of Southern cotton
    Posted by Emily Cabrera on Oct 2, 2025
  • After the storm: Georgia farmers push for policy reform in the wake of Hurricane Helene
    Posted by Emily Cabrera on Sep 24, 2025
  • 2025 Almanac
    Posted by The Office of Marketing and Communications on Sep 8, 2025

Upcoming Events

  • Oct 21 - Oct 23 Preventive Controls for Human Foods This course satisfies PCQI training requirements for food industry professionals responsible for developing and implementing food safety plans.
    • Athens, GA - (100.0 Miles)
  • Oct 22 Henry County Extension Master Naturalist Program Henry County Extension is sponsoring the Georgia Master Naturalist program this fall, which is a series of weekly programs with specific environmental topics that is hands-on environmental exploring habitats and ecosystems in Georgia and how human activity impacts on those environments. This program is a combination of lectures and both indoors and outdoors hands-on learning through field studies and relevant resources. An informed person can help make changes in their lives as well as their community and safeguard the environment. After completing this fun and interactive program, Georgia Master Naturalists are encouraged to share their knowledge with their communities by volunteering in local schools or nature centers. The program covers diverse topics such as insects and pollinators, geology, soil science, native and invasive plants, wildlife, stream ecology, and other topics. See attached agenda.
    • McDonough, GA - (51.0 Miles)
  • Oct 23 In the Garden: Growing Mushrooms at Home Growing your own mushrooms is a rewarding way to produce fresh, nutrient-rich fungi while exploring sustainable gardening techniques. Lisa Klein with 海角官方首页 Extension Gwinnett will introduce you to the basics of mushroom cultivation, including selecting the right species, growing medium, and environmental conditions for success. Learn about low-maintenance methods, such as growing mushrooms in containers or using logs and straw, as well as tips for harvesting and troubleshooting common issues. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced mushroom farmer, this session will provide practical steps to cultivate delicious mushrooms in your own space! This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event

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Meriwether County Extension Office

Our mission is to extend life long learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

The Meriwether County Extension office offers residents many Agricultural Services including but not limited to soil and water analysis along with in person consultations with our Ag Agent, educational publications and information on a wide array of homeowner, farmer and consumer topics. Free publications are available at our office or online. Through Meriwether County Extension we also have the 4-H youth development program in which students ages 9-19 can participate in numerous 4-H activities. Our 4-H Agent provides in school club meetings monthly.

Meriwether County is located in West Central Georgia. The county seat is in Greenville, Ga. The county is rich in history and culture offering many places to visit. The county offers many areas suitable for business activities. Meriwether County is home to the Little White House, National Fish Hatchery, and many other tourist and historical attractions.

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Our office is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. We are located at 1250 Terrell, Street, Greenville, GA 3022. Come by and visit us today.

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Expert Resources

  • Forest Farming and Forest Gardening: Growing Alternative Crops Under a Forest Canopy
    Posted by Julia Campbell on Oct 6, 2025
  • Discovering the Beauty and Benefits of Beebalm, Part 1: A Journey into Monarda’s Horticultural Excellence
    Posted by Svoboda Pennisi on May 26, 2025
  • Discovering the Beauty and Benefits of Beebalm, Part 2: Floral Traits and Nectar Content
    Posted by Svoboda Pennisi on May 26, 2025