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The Oglethorpe County Extension Office serves as a Public Service and Outreach branch of the University of Georgia. Our goal is to translate the science of everyday living for families, farmers, and communities to foster a healthy and prosperous Georgia. We do this within three main program areas: Agriculture and Natural Resources, 4-H Youth Development, and Family and Consumer Sciences.
From Our Blog
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Oglethorpe 4-H’ers win State Dairy Judging CompetitionThe 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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Interested in Livestock Showing? We’re here to help you get started.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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Where’s the Beef? Understanding beef processing and yield loss.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 […]