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You can help support our local 4-H program by signing up for Kroger Community Rewards. With this program, a small percentage of your purchase will come back to our 4-H Club here in Forsyth County at no cost to you. Click the link below for sign up information! Please note: participating in this program requires you to renew your support each year.
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Best Sandwich Tomatoes Selecting top garden tomato varieties for Georgia's tastiest summer sandwich.
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UGArden Celebration The UGArden student farm will celebrate 15 years of service to the Athens community this spring with two major events: a Community Day on May 3 and an upscale Garden Gala on June 7.
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Growing Mayhaw Georgia, traditionally known as the Peach State, is famous for its peaches, pecans and peanuts, but thanks to its mild climate, the state also supports a variety of uncommon and exotic fruits.
Upcoming Events
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May 12 Budgeting 101 This FREE class is offered as guidance to learn how to build your budget and increase your financial capability. Learn Strategies to keep your expenses within your means and build your savings. Pre-registration is required for this class and ends the day before scheduled day.
- Ellijay, GA - (40.0 Miles)
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May 13 Small Ruminant Parasite Workshop Join us on May 13th from 1:00-5:00pm at Emmanuel University's Agriculture Center for our Small Ruminant Parasite Workshop! Shanna Reynolds, Oglethorpe County ANR Agent, will be training all participants in FAMACHA scoring and fecal sample analysis. All participants will leave the course with FAMACHA certification. Throughout the workshop, we will be highlighting proper parasite management in your small ruminant herds! Registration is $35 per participant. You can register by clicking here or by calling our office at 706-376-3134. Your spot is not reserved until payment at the Hart County Extension Office is made. We hope you will join us in May to learn all about parasite management!
- Royston, GA - (59.0 Miles)
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May 16 Homegrown Basics: A Beginners Guide to Vermicomposting Turn kitchen scraps into garden gold! This introductory class on vermicomposting will walk you through the basics of composting with worms. Participants will build their own beginner vermicomposting bin to take home and get started right away. Perfect for eco-conscious gardeners of all levels! Please call our office at 404-613-7670 to register.
- Atlanta, GA - (18.0 Miles)