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UGA Extension Toombs County offers educational programs in the areas of horticulture and agriculture, food safety and nutrition, and leadership and citizenship for youth.
UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Toombs County, the University of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Backed up by specialists and a network of resources, Extension Agents have been on the job in Georgia since 1914.
Some of our most popular services include:
- Soil and Water Tests
- Research-Based Advice for Production Crops
- 4-H Summer Camps
- Health Programs like Walk Georgia
Toombs County Office Contact Info
- Shipping: 360 Bulldog Road, Suite B Lyons, GA 30436
- Mailing: 360 Bulldog Road, Suite B Lyons, GA 30436
- Email: uge3279@uga.edu
- Phone: 912-526-3101
Connect With Us on Facebook: Toombs County 4-H
Extension News
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Entomology Department Head Renowned ecologist and science communicator Sonia Altizer has been named head of the University of Georgia Department of Entomology, bringing a collaborative vision and decades of research and public outreach experience to the role.
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Supporting Your Sandwich Tomatoes Now that we’ve announced the winners of the tomato sandwich slicer showdown and your plants are taking off, it’s time to address our first tomato gardening issue: supporting unwieldy tomato plants through staking and pruning.
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Edible Landscaping Edible landscaping combines thoughtful design with practical gardening to create spaces that are both visually appealing and food-producing.
Upcoming Events
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Jul 8 Composting - Georgia Green Landscape Learn about the Georgia Green Landscape program and how composting can make a real difference for both your garden and the planet with this webinar! From the basics of what composting is, to simple, step-by-step instructions, you’ll discover how easy it is to turn everyday waste into nutrient-rich soil. Along the way, we’ll explore how composting helps reduce waste and supports a healthier environment—making it a powerful way to contribute to a greener future while helping your plants thrive. Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett teach you the win/win on composting. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. For more information, please contact us at uge1135@uga.edu
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Jul 14 PreventT2: Diabetes Prevention Program Interest Meeting PreventT2 Diabetes Prevention: A PROVEN program to prevent or delay Type2 Diabetes. Why join the PreventT2 Lifestyle Change Program? - Cut risk of developing type 2 diabetes in half by building healthy nutrition habits, becoming more physically active, and reducing stress. - CDC approved curriculum and trained lifestyle coach (Appling Co. FACS Agent, Carrie Vanderver) - Year-long program (weekly for 16 weeks, then 1-2 times per month for 8 months) - Support, tools, and guidance for reaching goals - Active participants receive FREE membership to Gene's Fitness Center and MyFitnessPal Premium Membership $1,120 Value - at NO COST to you! Interested in learning more? Join us for an info session on Monday 7.14.2025 7:30 AM OR 5:30 PM @ Appling Extension Education Building 85 S Oak Street, Baxley **Sessions will be on Mondays at 7:30AM starting 8.11.2025 Contact us at 912-367-8130 Complete PreventT2 Program Interest Form at https://tinyurl.com/yvxvep8n
- Baxley, GA - (27.0 Miles)
