Agriculture and Natural Resources
In Georgia, agriculture isn’t just a way to make a living. It’s a way of life, too. UGA Extension helps preserve that way of life with information for producers and consumers of Georgia’s agricultural products.
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Join us at the Oglethorpe County Extension Office at 6pm September 12th for our annual gardening class. This year’s speakers will include: -Dr. Laura Ney, Clarke County Extension, will cover how to use soil test results in our small gardens -Amanda Tedrow, Northeast District Extension Program Development Coordinator, will cover composting basics -Martin Wunderly, Area…
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(Photo from North Carolina Extension) Lawn Burweed is a low-growing winter annual that is known for its panful seeds left behind in summer landscapes. The weed germinates in fall and remains small throughout the cold months. Then it rapidly grows in spring and develops spine-tipped burs that plague barefoot homeowners and their pets. We’ve put…
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On June 21st, our Oglethorpe 4H’ers participated in our annual Farm Tour. First, we visited Little Rose Farm, a farm that uses hydroponics and organic methods to grow various crops. The 4H’ers had a blast splashing around and exploring in the creek! Next, we visited Team Reynolds Show Goat Farm. The kids learned about what…
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Join us for the next Oglethorpe County Cattlemen’s meeting at the Extension office at 7pm on June 11, 2024. RSVP by June 10th is required by calling 706-743-8341. This meeting presentation will credit one continuing education unit to private applicators.
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Georgia ranks as the top poultry-producing state in the nation with Oglethorpe County being ranked 6th in poultry and egg production statewide. Because of the concentration in size and location of poultry flocks in commercial production, producers must practice daily biosecurity protocols and develop best management practices for their farms. If you’re a poultry farmer…
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The 2024 State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest was held Friday April 26, at the UGA Livestock Instructional Arena in Athens. Dairy Judging introduces participants to the industry standards for Holstein and Jersey cow breeds. Each student will acquire a better knowledge of dairy cattle and develop skills in identifying types and grades of livestock while learning the…
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In Georgia 4-H, youth can exhibit many types of livestock animals. The age requirements and other rules vary depending on what type of animal you plan to show. This is the time of year that many of our 4-H’ers are selecting new animals for the next school year. Give Shanna a call at our office…
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Purchasing local beef in bulk quantities can be a great option for many families. Buying an animal to have butchered gives the consumer a choice in how the animal is fed, processed, and packaged. Families can pool resources together to split an animal into halves or quarters in consideration of their budgets and available freezer…
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By Shanna Reynolds, Oglethorpe County Extension The production of small ruminants (sheep and goats) in our area and throughout the state has been on the rise for several years. As small farms gain popularity, the limited education opportunities for these farmer groups has been evident. Planners of a new adult education program hope to fill…
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Feed costs typically determine profitability on a cattle farm, so it’s no surprise farmers continue to be innovative with feeding strategies. In the southeast, livestock producers can take advantage of long growing seasons and generally abundant rainfall. But even here, meeting feed requirements during the winter represents a major fraction of a farm’s variable costs.…
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