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UGA 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.
We translate the science of everyday life for families, farmers and communities to foster a healthy and prosperous Georgia.
Our office serves the public with unbiased, research-based education in the areas of agriculture, natural resources, family development, housing/home environment, and youth development.
Gordon County Extension/4-H
1282 Highway 53 Spur, SW Office Hours:
Suite 200 8:00am until 12:00noon
Calhoun, Georgia 30701 and 1:00 until 5:00pm
706-629-8685 Monday through Friday
[email protected]
Our Staff
County Extension Coordinator and 4-HYDP Agent - Vacant
County Extension Agent - ANR - McKenzie Wheeler
Administrative Assistant - Joan Sutherland
Program Assistant (4-HYDP) - Tim Street
Program Assistant (4-HYDP) - Gracy Sexton
AmeriCorps (4-HYDP) - Shannon Pagano
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Best Sandwich Tomatoes Selecting top garden tomato varieties for Georgia's tastiest summer sandwich.
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National Academy of Sciences National Academy of Sciences membership recognizes distinguished and groundbreaking research achievements.
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Integrative Precision Agriculture Conference This year's conference, says Institute for Integrative Precision Agriculture director and conference organizer George Vellidis, is about seeing solutions in action.
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Grand Farm Groundbreaking Agriculture innovation partnership strengthens connection between UGA and industry.
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2025 E. Broadus Browne Awards The annual competition highlights some of the best graduate research from departments within the college and challenges contestants with an oral presentation.
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UGArden Celebration The UGArden student farm will celebrate 15 years of service to the Athens community this spring with two major events: a Community Day on May 3 and an upscale Garden Gala on June 7.
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Growing Mayhaw Georgia, traditionally known as the Peach State, is famous for its peaches, pecans and peanuts, but thanks to its mild climate, the state also supports a variety of uncommon and exotic fruits.
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George Vellidis Meet George Vellidis, director of the University of Georgia's Institute for Integrative Precision Agriculture.
Upcoming Extension Events Across the State
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May 9 - May 11 Project SAFE State Modified Trap Match 4-H target sports event
- Eatonton, GA - (123.0 Miles)
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May 12 Budgeting 101 This FREE class is offered as guidance to learn how to build your budget and increase your financial capability. Learn Strategies to keep your expenses within your means and build your savings. Pre-registration is required for this class and ends the day before scheduled day.
- Ellijay, GA - (28.0 Miles)
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May 12 Journeyman Farmer Training-Small Ruminant Production Carroll and Paulding County Extension are hosting a Journeyman Farmer program that provides comprehensive training for beginning farmers. The program requires two-step training and the ability to complete both online training modules and in-person class meetings. Step 1: Small Farm Business Planning (March 10, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Step 2: Small Ruminant Production Online & In-Person Training (March 24, April 14, April 28, and May 12). Participants must complete Step One before participating in Step Two. Step 3: Intern-Mentorship Opportunities The cost for the program is $80.00. Registration will close on March 3, 2025.
- Carrollton, GA
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May 12 Journeyman Farmer Training-Small Ruminant Production Carroll and Paulding County Extension are hosting a Journeyman Farmer program that provides comprehensive training for beginning farmers. The program requires two-step training and the ability to complete both online training modules and in-person class meetings. Step 1: Small Farm Business Planning (March 10, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Step 2: Small Ruminant Production Online & In-Person Training (March 24, April 14, April 28, and May 12). Participants must complete Step One before participating in Step Two. Step 3: Intern-Mentorship Opportunities The cost for the program is $80.00. Registration will close on March 3, 2025.
- Carrollton, GA
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May 14 - May 17 GAE4-HYDP Annual Professional Development Conference Extension Conference
- Covington, GA - (90.0 Miles)