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Once the COVID-19 virus started, it was interesting to see that the Toilet Paper was one of the first things to go from the shelves and if you go in the stores still today there is a limited supply. Other than that, as more kids are home, “science experiments” may include the old question –…
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After you have collected and sent off your soil sample for testing, you anxiously wait for your results. But when they arrive, do you know how to interpret those?
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With temperatures warming up steadily, its time to start laying out and planting this years vegetable garden. Here are a few tips to remember when planning and planting: Select a site that receives at least 8 to 10 hours of sunlight a day. Select a location that is conveniently located near the house and a…
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Do you follow us on Facebook? We have an active Facebook page where we post updates and information. Be sure to live and follow our page so that you down miss out. https://www.facebook.com/UGAExtensionMadisonCounty/
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Although schools are closed and in-person 4-H events have been postponed, there are still ways to be involved. Some cool ideas including a community service project, virtual demonstrations, photography contest and more!
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The UGA Agricultural and Environmental Services Labs in Athens are currently still operational, but have limited their staff and hours. Lab staff are practicing Covid-19 prevention practices and will come in only long enough to process samples and to read results.
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Project Achievement is a public speaking competition where 4-Hers choose a topic of interest and present a 10-12 minute speech on the subject. They are also required to submit a portfolio which represents all their work over the year in categories such as project work, community service, leadership activities and other 4-H and school organizations…
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Poultry Compost Workshop – Monday March 2 – 5:30pm – Elbert County Extension Office – RSVP to the Elbert Extension Office at 706-283-2037Hay and Baleage Shortcourse – March 11- March 12 – Oglethorpe County Extension Office – Visit www.georgiaforages.com to registerFeral Swine Workshop – March 31 – 5pm-9pm – Danielsville – Presented by USDA NRCS,…
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Nineteen youth participated in the annual Cloverleaf District Project Achievement, Saturday at the Rock Eagle 4-H center, with many winning a first, second or third-place and honorable mentions. The Madison County delegation — part of the 456 competitors at the competition — won 5 blue ribbon medallions, four red ribbon medallions, three white ribbon medallions and…