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Welcome to Jenkins County

From row crops to cattle, and pines to locally grown vegetables, Jenkins County is a quaint agricultural county.  Annually, Jenkins County farmers grow around 40,000 acres of row crops including, cotton, corn, peanuts, and soybeans.  Production agriculture fuels the economy of Jenkins County with a Farm Gate Value of $45,149,580. 

With increasing numbers in participation, from DPA to Poultry Judging, 4-H Camp to many conferences, Jenkins County 4-H members proudly represents their club where ever they go! Each year Jenkins County 4-H receives the highest percentage of participation when they attend Cloverleaf DPA.  We’re proud of our students as they continue to accomplish their goals. 


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Mission

To extend lifelong learning from the University of Georiga to the everyday lives of Georgia citizens through current, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

What is UGA Extension?

UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Jenkins County, the University of Georgia, the U. S. Department of Agriculture and the State of Georgia.  UGA Cooperative Extension was founded in 1914 to bring research-based information to the people of Georgia backed by specialists and a network of resources.  Today, UGA Extension serves more than 2.6 million Georgians annually.  From publications to in-person workshops and events, Extension is ready to meet the needs of the state and its communities. UGA Extension is on the forefront of food safety, technology, research, and education; keeping Georgia’s economy strong and making life better for Georgians. 

Our Promise

UGA Extension Jenkins County links resources of the University of Georgia, Fort Valley State University, and Jenkins County to provide educational programs, information, and assistance to the citizens of our community.  We promise to provide practical education you can trust, to help people, businesses and our community solve problems, develop skills and build a better future from the ground up.  

 

 


Extension Publications

  • Vegetable Garden Calendar (C 943) The recommendations in this circular are based on long-term average dates of the last killing frost in the spring and first killing frost in the fall. Every year does not conform to the "average," so you should use your own judgment about advancing or delaying the time for each job, depending on weather conditions.
  • Native Plants for Georgia Part I: Trees, Shrubs and Woody Vines (B 987) This publication focuses on native trees, shrubs and woody vines for Georgia. It is not our intent to describe all native species — just those available in the nursery trade and those that the authors feel have potential for nursery production and landscape use. Rare or endangered species are not described. Information on each plant is provided according to the following categories: Common Name(s)/Botanical Name/Family, Characteristics, Landscape Uses, Size, Zones and Habitat.
  • Time Management: 10 Strategies for Better Time Management (C 1042) Learn 10 strategies for better time management, including knowing how to spend your time, setting priorities, using planning tools, getting organized, scheduling, delegating, and avoiding procrastinating, wasting time, and multitasking.
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  • 2024 FABricate Contest
    2024 FABricate Contest The annual FABricate competition is held by the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences but is open to all students from any of UGA’s schools and colleges. By Sean Montgomery | Published: 3/28/2024
  • COVID Tea
    COVID Tea New research from the University of Georgia suggests that something as simple as a cup of tea can help in the fight against COVID-19. By Jennifer L Reynolds | Published: 3/27/2024
  • Georgia Hunger Study
    Georgia Hunger Study The 2023 Georgia Hunger Study, conducted by an interdisciplinary team of University of Georgia researchers in collaboration with the Georgia Department of Human Services and Feeding Georgia, found that 79% of households utilizing charitable food agencies reported experiencing food insecurity. By Cal Powell | Published: 3/26/2024

Upcoming Events

  • Apr 6 Home Garden Tomatoes Session #2: Growing Pains & Troubleshooting Join Lincoln County UGA Extension as we walk through a season of home garden tomato production with a three-part series. In our first session, we'll discuss soil health and fertility, variety selection, and preparation considerations for tomato production. Session #1: Planting Preparation Session #2: Growing Pains and Troubleshooting Session #3: Harvest & Preservation To register for this program (one session or all) please contact Lincoln County UGA Extension at 706-359-3233.
    • Lincolnton, GA - (73.0 Miles)
  • Apr 16 - Apr 17 Georgia 4-H Area Poultry Judging Contest - Toombs 4-H Event
    • Lyons, GA - (46.0 Miles)
  • Apr 17 Pond Management Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 11 am-1:30 pm, Cost: $13--includes lunch Join us at the Greene County Extension Office as Extension Agent Steven Patrick shares information regarding the basics of pond management, including fertilization, weed control, basic aquatic fishery balance, as well as overall pond health. 11:00 am: Classroom instruction and lunch at the Greene County Extension Office 12:oo pm: Pond Instruction at Bear Lake, located at 1910 Wrayswood Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677 Attendees will receive 1 hour Pesticide Credit for Categories 10 and 26. Please call 706-453-2083, by noon, April 15th to reserve your spot.
    • Greensboro, GA - (86.0 Miles)