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黑料网 Cooperative Extension is a statewide educational organization funded by federal, state and local governments that brings research-based education directly to individuals, families and communities. 黑料网 Extension is dedicated to helping people find answers to questions related to agriculture, the environment, families & 4-H and Youth.

黑料网 Extension Dade County
114 Pace Drive
P.O. Box 550
Trenton, GA. 30752
(706) 657-4116

Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm


Expert Resources

Evaluating Horse Conformation
Posted by Kylee Duberstein on Aug 21, 2025
When examining horses for conformation, either when considering a purchase or competing in horse judging contests, it is important to break things down into key principles to avoid becoming overwhelmed when putting the overall picture together. There are five main criteria to evaluate when examining a horse’s conformation: balance, structural correctness, way of going, muscling, and breed/sex character (also known as type). This publication describes each of these criteria in detail.
Three Must-Have Emergency Kits to Pack Before a Hurricane or Flood
Posted by Elizabeth Weigle on Aug 11, 2025
This guide helps Georgia residents at risk of flooding to collect and organize essential items into three bags to prepare your household for water-related disasters like hurricanes.
How to Clean Clothes After a Hurricane or Flood
Posted by Elizabeth Weigle on Aug 11, 2025
If your home is affected by a flood or other water-related disaster, fabric and clothing can become contaminated by floodwater, airborne mildew, or sanitation system failure. This guide provides steps to safely clean salvageable clothing and fabric items in order to save money, reduce waste, and keep people safe.
Microfiltration Techniques and Devices
Posted by Uttam Saha, Douglas Collins, Gary Hawkins, Pamela Turner, Laurel Dunn on Aug 10, 2025
This publication covers microfiltration, which is used for physical removal of contaminants from water. It describes how these processes work, their situation-specific usefulness/applications, maintenance needed for their proper functioning, and guidance for the consumers to select the appropriate filter.  
Vineyard Nutrition: Tissue Sampling for Nutrient Analysis
Posted by Sarah Lowder, Bijaya Ghimire on Aug 5, 2025
This resource will guide vineyard managers through tissue sampling to determine grapevine nutrition, which is the most reliable way to obtain information to guide fertilization decisions. We cover techniques and considerations to help make sure that vineyards can collect the material efficiently and effectively.
Homemade Kimchi: A Science-Based Guide to Safe Fermentation
Posted by Ines Beltran, Kristin Ingmundson, Ines Beltran, Cecilia Tran, Sarah Henes, Carla Schwan on Aug 4, 2025
Kimchi is gaining popularity across the U.S. as part of a growing interest in international flavors, gut health, and home food preservation. This publication provides science-based guidance to help consumers safely prepare kimchi at home and offers nationally relevant, research-based information that can benefit Extension educators, health professionals, and consumers across the U.S.

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Upcoming Events

  • Sep 4 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.
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  • Oct 8 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 - (58.0 Miles)

Extension News

  • Arch Smith presented with 2025 Georgia 4-H Lifetime Achievement Award
    Posted by Josie Smith on Aug 27, 2025
    Arch Smith, retired 4-H state leader who has served the organization for 40 years, was honored with the 2025 Georgia 4-H Lifetime Achievement Award at the 4-H Gala on August 23.
  • CAES alum channels Peace Corps lessons into financial wellness leadership
    Posted by Anna Bentley on Aug 25, 2025
    A career in human resources isn’t quite what Madelyn Jackson imagined when she enrolled in the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences as a biological science major.
  • At 黑料网, student researchers build the future of agriculture through robotics and solar innovation
    Posted by Jordan McLaughlin on Aug 21, 2025
    In a world where food systems, energy production and environmental health are deeply connected, the VIPR program at 黑料网 empowers students to bridge those fields through research in robotics, agrivoltaics and ecological monitoring.