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Clinch County and surrounding areas are still recovering from Hurricane Idalia, but it is important to remember that hurricane season runs through November 30. The Atlantic has been very active so far and our UGA climatologist predicts it will remain this way through the end of the season. If you do sustain damage as a…
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A small fruit production meeting will be held September 12th, 2023, in Homerville, Georgia. The meeting will run 11:00am to 1:00pm and lunch is included. The meeting is geared towards blueberry and blackberry producers. Topics will cover diseases and pathology, nutrient management and cultural practices, and post-harvest fruit quality. ** Pesticide credits will be available…
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As a native of Wisconsin with a bachelors in dairy science, I have a soft spot in my heart for dairy cattle – especially Jerseys! The University of Georgia’s “Jersey Active Management by Students” (JAMS) is a student group dedicated to learning about Jersey genetics, making mating decisions, and developing goals for their herd of…
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University of Georgia Cooperative Extension has announced their 2023-24 Extension Academy for Professional Excellence (EAPE) cohort. Kimberly Post, County Extension Coordinator, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Lanier and Clinch County, is one of 20 participants selected for the program from across the state. “I am eager to engage with fellow accomplished professionals and immerse myself in…
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Note the *new location* as of 3/27/23. UGA Extension Clinch County will be hosting a forestry meeting for foresters and landowners. The meeting will be held May 23, 2023 from 11:30am to 2:00pm at the Historic Train Depot in Homerville, Georgia (40 East Plant Ave). Topics will include silvicultural solutions for common forest insect pests,…
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We are conducting a statewide survey of agricultural producers. This includes hobby farmers to commercial farmers. The intent is to better understand how our producers are accessing Extension resources, barriers that may prevent them from such access, and other perceptions about the value of UGA Extension.Survey here: https://ugeorgia.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5jaPUWmvOfELza6You can also scan the QR code above…
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Join us for the third workshop in our Landowner Series for female forest landowners.Women who own land face a unique set of challenges and obstacles, and this daylong workshop aims to break them down and help you overcome them!Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 19, at the Mary Kahrs Warnell Education Center in Guyton, Georgia, where…
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Per the Georgia Department of Agriculture: “Effective immediately [2/16/2022] all exhibitions, shows, sales (flea markets, auction markets), swaps, and meets pertaining to poultry and feathered fowl in the State of Georgia are suspended until further notice. Notifications will be announced when listed activities can resume in Georgia.” Please note that NO birds have tested positive…
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Dates for the 2022 Beginner Beekeeping Series have been announced! We will once again allow students to purchase package bees and equipment through our office. Cost includes pickup, so you can conveniently get your bees at the Lanier County Extension Office. The first class date is January 29th, 2022, with classes occurring monthly through July.…
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Many of our intensive beekeeping regions overlap with the natural range of the American black bear, resulting in bear interactions that can decimate hives and entire apiaries. One of the best tools in our arsenal for bear prevention is the electric fence. If you’re new to electric fences, take a look at this instructional publication…