The Effingham County UGA Extension and Effingham County Young Farmers will host a Small Ruminant Workshop and FAMACHA Certification Course on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Honey Ridge Agrcenter in Guyton. The event will take place at the Honey Ridge Arena, located at 477 Honey Ridge Road. Participants will benefit from hands-on learning and expert instruction from Holly Anderson, ANR Extension Agent from Irwin County.
Registration is required to attend. Participants can register by scanning the QR code on the event flyer, visiting https://bit.ly/25efcamacha, or by contacting a sponsor before the registration deadline. The course cost is $20, which includes lunch, FAMACHA certification card, and resource materials. Payment can be made via cash, check, or credit card at check-in.
This program will provide valuable training in parasite management for small ruminants, equipping producers with practical skills to evaluate and maintain herd health. FAMACHA certification is a widely recognized tool for identifying animals in need of treatment for barber pole worm infestations, helping producers reduce unnecessary deworming and slow the development of parasite resistance.
For more information, contact Blake Carter, ANR Agent, at 912-237-4122 or blake.carter25@uga.edu, or Benjamin Richardson, Young Farmer Advisor, at 912-429-6974 or birchardson@effingham.k12.ga.us.
