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About 黑料网 Extension Gwinnett
黑料网 Extension Gwinnett County offers educational programs in the areas of horticulture and agriculture, food safety and nutrition, and leadership and citizenship for youth. 黑料网 Extension operates through a unique partnership with Gwinnett County, the University of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Backed by specialists and a network of resources, Extension Agents have been on the job in Georgia since 1914.
Mission
Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
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Radon is a colorless, tasteless and odorless gas that can cause lung cancer. Radon is released into the soil and easily enters your home through the foundation and well water. It can build up to dangerous levels inside houses, schools, and other buildings.
The only way to know if you have radon is to test!
The test kit is offered through this county Extension office.? For more information, call us at (678) 377-4010, or contact us by email.?
More information about Radon can be found .?
Garden and Landscape Tips
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黑料网 Extension Resources
- Lawn Calendars
- Pollinator Resources
- Other Resources
Proper Care and Pruning of Muscadines
Tuesday, September 9th? 12-1pm
Muscadines (Vitis rotundifolia) thrive in Southern climates, but proper care and pruning are key to maintaining healthy, productive vines. Special guest, Dr. Sarah Lowder, Viticulture Specialist at the University of Georgia, will guide attendees through best practices for seasonal pruning, vine training techniques, and soil management strategies to maximize fruit yield. Viewers will also learn how to prevent common pests and diseases while keeping their muscadine vines strong year after year. Perfect for backyard growers and enthusiasts, this session will provide practical, step-by-step insights to help cultivate a thriving muscadine harvest. This webinar will be followed up by in person workshop on pruning techniques on Saturday, December 6 at Vines Park in Loganville. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.??or?send us an email.?
Expert Resources
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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.
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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.
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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.
Eat Healthy, Be Active?is an initiative to improve young children’s health and well-being by teaching key nutrition and physical activity concepts. The initiative focuses on families and early childhood settings, including preschool, kindergarten, child care, and early learning classrooms, as well as family child care homes.
24/7 Tips to live a more active lifestyle, shop smarter, make healthier food choices, and cook delicious meals on a budget!?Receive free kitchen and fitness items.