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Mission of Bleckley County Cooperative Extension
The Bleckley County Cooperative Extension Office extends lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
The Bleckley County Extension Office extends a wealth of information and education to its citizens through various program areas. Some of the most popular services include:
- 4-H & Youth Programs
- Soil and Water Testing for Agricultural Producers and Homeowners
- Soil & Water Conservation Programs
- Guidance and Advice on Food Safety and Preservation
- Health Programs like Walk Georgia
- Research-Based Advice for Production Crops
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Supporting Healthy Habits
A new study from the University of Georgia found that children from all walks of life improved their diet quality when they ate school-prepared lunches following the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act nutritional guidelines instead of home-prepared lunches.
Extension Volunteer Appreciation
Volunteers across UGA Extension contributed more than 324,200 hours in 2023, the equivalent of more than 155 full-time employees.
Nurturing With Nature
The field of medicine is ever-changing, and the use of herbal medicines may play a bigger role in health care as the value of natural remedies gain recognition in the Western world.
2024 Peach Season
With no freezing temperatures in the forecast and hope for strong pricing during the upcoming season, peach growers are looking forward to a much-needed rebound this year.
Blending science and philanthropy
UGA wheat breeder and geneticist Mohamed Mergoum and CAES are the latest partners to work with Creature Comforts on its annual Get Comfortable collaboration, for which they produce an annual, limited-run brew to support a community-wide effort to improve educational outcomes for local elementary school students.
2024 Public Service & Outreach Awards
Six University of Georgia faculty and staff members are being honored for their commitment to public service and outreach.
2024 Flavor of Georgia Winners
This year’s winners represent all corners of the state and the best of Georgia’s diverse culinary heritage.
Protecting Farms And Wildlife
Working together with regulators, University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences faculty help farmers navigate changing laws for sustainable land stewardship.
$4 for 4-H
Georgia 4-H's online giving day was launched in 2019 to provide life-changing youth development experiences.
2024 Farm Stress Summit
Farm Stress Summit examines the state of mental health in rural Georgia and offers resources to help individuals and families cope.