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🍅🍅🍅 Farmer Social + Agritourism Insights Wednesday, August 19th | 6:00 – 8:00 PM Food Well Alliance, 970 Jefferson St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Join fellow farmers for an evening of networking, fellowship, and learning. Hear firsthand from a Georgia farmer engaged in agritourism, explore the latest UGA research on agritourism trends and opportunities across…
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Join the North Georgia Sustainable Growers Network for an evening of hands-on learning, farmer discussion, and networking! Event Details Monday, August 24, 2026 | 5:30–8:00 PMClarke County Extension Office | 275 Cleveland RdRegistration: $14 — dinner and take-home materials included This hands-on workshop will bring growers together to explore practical approaches to building healthier soils and more…
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UGA Extension Henry County will be hosting the Journeyman Farmer Certificate Program, which is for those interested in starting a farm business or those who have recently begun farming and want to improve their operation. USDA defines a beginning farmer as anyone who has been farming less than ten years continuously. It consists of two parts: the…
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All items will be available of a first come basis and numbers change daily based on orders. Orders are due Jan 30th. See the current availability. To order: Proceeds will benefit the Newton ANR Program development and Young Farmer Programs.
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Cover crops (aka green manures) are low-cost, high-impact plants you grow between or after cash crops to build soil, suppress weeds, hold nutrients, and attract beneficial insects. Even in small spaces like raised beds, well-chosen cover crops can keep your soil healthy and productive year after year. Below is a practical guide — grounded in…
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Nitrate accumulation in forages is a serious but often overlooked risk for beef cattle operations. While nitrates occur naturally in plants, drought, over-fertilization, or cloudy weather can cause levels to spike high enough to threaten cattle health. Understanding how nitrates build up—and how to manage them—can prevent costly losses. How Nitrates Accumulate Plants absorb nitrogen…
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Why Water Matters for Pollinators As we are entering a dryer period of Georgia weather, a pollinator waterer is something to consider adding to your garden space. Pollinators like bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and more, rely on water not just for hydration, but for cooling, feeding larvae, and even mineral intake. In dry weather, bees may…
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In the wake of Hurricane Helene, there are a lot of trees down in pastures and on fences. On top of the obvious issue of down fence not holding cows and horses in, this can create a couple of additional issues: If you have any questions or need any help, please feel free to reach…
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