- What: Advanced Training to increase MGEV knowledge of providing diagnostic plant problem support to Extension clientele (Learn more about Advanced Training and who can participate)
- Where: The training will be held concurrently in a hybrid format at Dougherty and Fayette county UGA Extension offices, and the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens in Chatham county (25 participant capacity at each site) from 8 am to 4 pm with morning instruction and afternoon hands-on activities
- Training locations:
- Dougherty County: UGA Dougherty County Extension, 125 Pine Ave., Suite 100, Albany, GA 31701
- Chatham County: Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens, 2 Canebrake Rd, Savannah, GA 31419
- Fayette County: UGA Fayette County Extension, 140 Stonewall Ave. West, Suite 209, Fayetteville, GA 30214
- Training locations:
- When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- AT Category: Diagnostics and Technology (DT)
- Registration Cost: $85 – covers a full-color, spiral bound training manual, digital wireless microscope, lunch, refreshments, and supplies.
- The microscope requires a blue-tooth enabled device such as a smart phone, laptop, or iPad. Participants will need to bring their device to the class for this portion of the class that is hands-on.
This Plant Diagnostics Advanced Training will equip active Master Gardeners with additional skills and knowledge to recognize plant problems and guide clients through the diagnostics process. During this training, MGEVs will learn from UGA Extension specialists about common diseases and insect pests in ornamental plants. MGEVs will learn best practices for plant sample collection, practice plant pathogen identification with a portable microscope (that you get to take home!), and master building evidence-based management recommendations. Those who complete this training will be expected to support their respective county Extension office by assisting with response to residential plant disease questions.
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*Fayette location has reached registration capacity!
Training agenda and additional communication will be shared via email to registered participants.
Registration deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026
