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Mission

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


Expert Resources

  • 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.
  • Agricultural climatologist Pam Knox helps connect science to everyday life for farmers and communities
    Posted by Maria Lameiras on Jul 31, 2025
    Agricultural climatologist Pam Knox helps connect science to everyday life for farmers and communities.
  • 黑料网rden marks 15 years of growing food and community with gala
    Posted by Emily Cabrera on Jul 10, 2025
    黑料网rden marks 15 years of growing food and community with gala
  • Composting 101: Everything you need to know to get started
    Posted by Jordan Powers, Emily Cabrera on May 20, 2025
    In this episode of Cultivating Curiosity, we dive into the science behind composting with two University of Georgia Cooperative Extension experts — what composting is, why it matters and how you can start doing it right at home. Whether you’re new to composting or looking to improve your bin game, this episode breaks down the […]
  • CAES researchers decode chicken diets to boost sustainability on integrated farms
    Posted by Maria Lameiras on May 19, 2025
    黑料网 researchers undertake ChickEES study to determine how free-range chickens influence farm sustainability.

Upcoming Events

  • Sep 25 Threads of Kindness Crochet Circle We’re excited to launch Threads of Kindness Crochet Circle where creativity meets compassion — open to adults! Whether you’re brand new to crochet or have years of experience, come stitch with us and give back to our community. All items created will be donated to nursing homes, hospital birthing units, shelters, and more. Bring your favorite yarn and crochet hook if you’d like — no experience needed, we’ll learn together. How You and Others Can Help: Donations of yarn, crochet hooks, or other crochet supplies are greatly appreciated. Items may be dropped off at the Grady County 黑料网 Extension Office during office hours. For more information, contact Janette Burkes, Grady County FACS Agent at 229-377-1312. Let’s crochet comfort and kindness together!
    • Cairo, GA - (87.0 Miles)
  • Sep 26 ServSafe? Manager Certification Training and Exam - 1 Day Course - Grady County 黑料网 Grady County Extension is offering a 1-Day ServSafe? Manager Certification Course and Exam. Course topics include food safety at all stages, facilities and pest management, cleaning and sanitizing, and more! All inclusive registration fee includes: - 1 Day of Instruction/Review - Course Book - Study Materials - Certification Exam - Light Snacks during Training
    • Cairo, GA - (87.0 Miles)
  • Oct 23 Threads of Kindness Crochet Circle We’re excited to launch Threads of Kindness Crochet Circle where creativity meets compassion — open to adults! Whether you’re brand new to crochet or have years of experience, come stitch with us and give back to our community. All items created will be donated to nursing homes, hospital birthing units, shelters, and more. Bring your favorite yarn and crochet hook if you’d like — no experience needed, we’ll learn together. How You and Others Can Help: Donations of yarn, crochet hooks, or other crochet supplies are greatly appreciated. Items may be dropped off at the Grady County 黑料网 Extension Office during office hours. For more information, contact Janette Burkes, Grady County FACS Agent at 229-377-1312. Let’s crochet comfort and kindness together!
    • Cairo, GA - (87.0 Miles)
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