Agriculture & Natural Resources
Meet Our ANR Agent - Campbell Vaughn
Campbell Vaughn was born in Augusta and graduated high school from Augusta Prep in 1990. Campbell earned a Bachelors of Science of Agriculture at 黑料网 in 1994. He worked in corporate sales for 7 years in Atlanta with Georgia Pacific and Bellsouth. Then he went back to 黑料网 for a Landscape Architecture degree and graduated with a Bachelors of Landscape Architecture. After graduating from 黑料网 for a second time, Campbell moved back to Augusta and opened his own Landscape Architecture business called Campbell Vaughn Design Group, specializing in residential redesign.
Listen to The Lawn & Garden Show every Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. on WGAC 580 AM or 95.1 FM.
If you have questions about your lawn, garden, insects, or other landscape issues, please email photos along with your question(s) to uge3245@uga.edu. Most issues and identifications can be diagnosed with good photos. Once Campbell or Suzanne has your photos and questions, they will be able to assist you. Follow our easy-to-follow instructions to take proper photos for diagnosis.
Prepare yourself for an enthralling exploration into the world of gardening as hosts Amanda McNulty and Terasa Lott welcome special guests University of Georgia Extension Agents Suzanne Holmes and Campbell Vaughn. They provide valuable insights on fascinating topics like fairy rings and milkweed propagation, along with a showcase of their favorite garden tools.
Upcoming Events
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Sep 9 In the Garden: Proper Care & Pruning of Muscadines 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.
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Sep 10 Homesteading Skills: Edible Landscaping Join Pike County Extension in 2025 for the Lunch and Learn series that will dive into homesteading skills. These monthly sessions are covered by experts and hosted on the second Wednesday of each month at 12pm (with the exception of holidays). Simply email Brooklyne.Wassel@uga.edu or Pike.Extension@uga.edu to receive the Zoom Link. You can also catch the recordings on our YouTube Channel!
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Sep 11 In the Garden: Fall Vegetable Garden Fall is an ideal season for growing cool-weather vegetables that thrive in Georgia’s climate. This webinar will cover the essentials of plant selection, seeds vs. transplants, soil preparation, to help gardeners maximize their fall harvest. Participants will learn when and how to plant crops like kale, broccoli, carrots, and spinach, as well as strategies for using cover crops and proper pest management. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, this session will provide practical information to ensure a productive autumn garden. Let Lisa Klein with 黑料网 Extension take your gardening skills to the next level with this class. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit.
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Sep 18 2025 MASTER CATTLEMEN’S PROGRAM Thursday, from 6:00PM-8:30PM Warren County Extension Office (48 Warren Street, Warrenton, Ga 30828) Cost: IN PERSON – $100 (includes notebook, hat and full meal each session.) Speaker Schedule September 18th: Dr. Lawton Stewart, Nutrition Management. September 25th: Dr. Nancy Hinkle, External Parasites | Dr. John Worley, Fencing & Facilities October 2nd: Dr. Will Secor, Beef Cattle Economics October 9th: Dr. Pedro Fontes, Reproduction October 23rd: Dr. Brad Heins Herd Health Considerations and Bioterrorism October 30th: Mr. Dylan Davis, Evaluation and Selection | Dale Sandlin, Georgia Cattlemen’s Update November 6th: Dr. Lisa Baxter, Forage Management November 13th: Mr. Jason Duggin, Beef Quality Assurance
- WARRENTON, GA - (38.0 Miles)
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Sep 25 Houseplant Academy-Indoor Green Oasis 2.0 The first Indoor Green Oasis is back, but this time with even more compelling information about how to raise houseplants, including how to turn your own home into a beautiful refuge of tropical houseplants. You’ll also learn about what’s new in the houseplant world, including some of the highlights seen at the Southeast Plant Show.
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- Lawrenceville, GA - (122.0 Miles)
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Sep 25 2025 MASTER CATTLEMEN’S PROGRAM Thursday, from 6:00PM-8:30PM Warren County Extension Office (48 Warren Street, Warrenton, Ga 30828) Cost: IN PERSON – $100 (includes notebook, hat and full meal each session.) Speaker Schedule September 18th: Dr. Lawton Stewart, Nutrition Management. September 25th: Dr. Nancy Hinkle, External Parasites | Dr. John Worley, Fencing & Facilities October 2nd: Dr. Will Secor, Beef Cattle Economics October 9th: Dr. Pedro Fontes, Reproduction October 23rd: Dr. Brad Heins Herd Health Considerations and Bioterrorism October 30th: Mr. Dylan Davis, Evaluation and Selection | Dale Sandlin, Georgia Cattlemen’s Update November 6th: Dr. Lisa Baxter, Forage Management November 13th: Mr. Jason Duggin, Beef Quality Assurance
- WARRENTON, GA - (38.0 Miles)
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Sep 25 In the Garden: Myths of Organic Gardening Debunked! We have all heard them, opinion given as fact—from the idea that baking soda controls plant diseases to sugar makes plants grow taller. This webinar will separate fact from fiction, addressing common misunderstandings about soil health, synthetic alternatives, and sustainable practices. Attendees will gain science-backed insights into organic gardening methods, learning how to grow healthier plants without all the Pinterest? and YouTube? hype. Whether you're new to organic gardening or a seasoned grower, let Lisa Klein with 黑料网 Extension Gwinnett share practical and myth-busting knowledge to improve your gardening success. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
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Oct 2 2025 MASTER CATTLEMEN’S PROGRAM Thursday, from 6:00PM-8:30PM Warren County Extension Office (48 Warren Street, Warrenton, Ga 30828) Cost: IN PERSON – $100 (includes notebook, hat and full meal each session.) Speaker Schedule September 18th: Dr. Lawton Stewart, Nutrition Management. September 25th: Dr. Nancy Hinkle, External Parasites | Dr. John Worley, Fencing & Facilities October 2nd: Dr. Will Secor, Beef Cattle Economics October 9th: Dr. Pedro Fontes, Reproduction October 23rd: Dr. Brad Heins Herd Health Considerations and Bioterrorism October 30th: Mr. Dylan Davis, Evaluation and Selection | Dale Sandlin, Georgia Cattlemen’s Update November 6th: Dr. Lisa Baxter, Forage Management November 13th: Mr. Jason Duggin, Beef Quality Assurance
- WARRENTON, GA - (38.0 Miles)
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Oct 8 Homesteading Skills: Building Healthy Soil Join Pike County Extension in 2025 for the Lunch and Learn series that will dive into homesteading skills. These monthly sessions are covered by experts and hosted on the second Wednesday of each month at 12pm (with the exception of holidays). Simply email Brooklyne.Wassel@uga.edu or Pike.Extension@uga.edu to receive the Zoom Link. You can also catch the recordings on our YouTube Channel!
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Oct 9 2025 MASTER CATTLEMEN’S PROGRAM Thursday, from 6:00PM-8:30PM Warren County Extension Office (48 Warren Street, Warrenton, Ga 30828) Cost: IN PERSON – $100 (includes notebook, hat and full meal each session.) Speaker Schedule September 18th: Dr. Lawton Stewart, Nutrition Management. September 25th: Dr. Nancy Hinkle, External Parasites | Dr. John Worley, Fencing & Facilities October 2nd: Dr. Will Secor, Beef Cattle Economics October 9th: Dr. Pedro Fontes, Reproduction October 23rd: Dr. Brad Heins Herd Health Considerations and Bioterrorism October 30th: Mr. Dylan Davis, Evaluation and Selection | Dale Sandlin, Georgia Cattlemen’s Update November 6th: Dr. Lisa Baxter, Forage Management November 13th: Mr. Jason Duggin, Beef Quality Assurance
- WARRENTON, GA - (38.0 Miles)
Expert Resources
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Monarda, commonly known as beebalm, is a North American perennial naturally found in woodlands, meadows, and floodplains. Aside from its aesthetics, beebalm offers environmental benefits, as its flowers, seeds, and shoots provide forage and habitat for many species of wildlife, including insects and birds. This publication covers the results of performance trials for 10 popular Monarda plants in the montane and piedmont (i.e., northern) Georgia regions. -
Monarda (beebalm) is a North American perennial naturally found in woodlands, meadows, and floodplains. It offers environmental benefits, as its flowers, seeds, and shoots provide forage and habitat for many species of wildlife, including insects and birds. This publication covers more details from our trials on 10 popular Monarda plants, this time focusing specifically on their floral properties. -
This publication lists vegetable variety recommendations for the state of Georgia. Most of these varieties have been trialed and grown successfully in the state. These are not the only varieties that can grow well in Georgia but provide new gardeners with a starting point to increase their chances of success. Gardeners may need to search print catalogs and online to find the vegetables they are looking for, as local garden centers may not always carry the varieties listed here. -
Important considerations for starting a small hydroponic operation at your home or an urban garden site.