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What is UGA Extension?

The UGA Extension Office operates through a unique partnership with local county governments, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. We translate the science of everyday living for farmers, families and communities to foster a healthy and prosperous Georgia.

For more than a century, we've provided research-based education through a network of committed specialists, agents and volunteers to help Georgians learn, grow and do more.

Program areas:

Agriculture & Natural Resources: our goal in Rockdale County is to assist and educate local farmers, businesses, homeowners, and gardeners with latest agriculture and horticulture information.  We provide soil and water testing, plant identification, plant disease diagnosis, insect identification and control, site visits, private and commercial pesticide licensing.

Learn more about our Master Gardener Extension Volunteer  Program. 

4-H Youth Development: Rockdale County's future leaders learn life skills through hands-on learning experiences. 4-H is considered one of the world's largest youth clubs offering today's youth from Kindergarten-12th grade a variety of programming to choose from both in-person and online.

Family & Consumer Sciences: provides education in the community on topics including: healthy eating and cooking, as well as ServSafe Managers Training Certifications, and Child Care Provider credit hours. Our Family and Consumer Science Agent also offers counseling and resources in health education, diabetic meal planning, and food safety.  Visit our Fun with Fresh Foods page for nutritious recipes and easy to follow videos.


State Wide Calendar of Events


Upcoming Events

  • May 9 Union/Towns Master Naturalist Program Series 1 The Master Naturalist Program covers natural resource topics such as native plants, invasive species, birds, tree ID, watershed management, mushrooms, pollinators and more. This Master Naturalist training is broken up into spring and fall series. To be a certified Master Naturalist, attendance in in both series is required. Classes will be on Thursdays. Cost is $150 for each series.
    • Blairsville, GA - (78.0 Miles)
  • May 9 Pickelball a Weigh Love to play Pickelball? Looking for ways to get active? Curious to learn more healthy eating habits? Come to the Walton County Pickelball a weigh class. We will learn health living tips and tricks from FACS Agent Jake Conner and then walk next door to the Walton County Pickelball Courts where we will have time to play as a class. Already experienced? Then jump right in? New to the game? We will have experienced pickelball players ready to walk you through the basics so you can feel confident playing, having fun and being active!
    • Monroe, GA - (20.0 Miles)
  • May 10 - May 12 Project SAFE State Modified Trap Match 4-H Target Sports event
    • Eatonton, GA - (47.0 Miles)
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Upcoming Events

  • May 17 Rite Bite Diabetes Cooking Class - Carbs and Fiber Are you a senior or older adult looking to take charge of your health and well-being? Join us for our Rite Bite Cooking School, where you’ll discover a wealth of nutritious and delicious recipes tailored to help you manage or prevent diabetes. Learn practical cooking techniques and dietary strategies to support your journey toward optimal health. Full meal included. If you are on a fixed income and need assistance with the registration fee, please contact the office at 770-278-7373. May 3: Carbs and Fiber May 17: Hypertension May 31: Sweeteners
    • Conyers, GA
  • May 18 MGEV Info Series: Composting & Soil Types (location 2) Come out and join our Rockdale County Master Gardener Extension Volunteers at both Cowan Ace Hardware locations in Conyers, GA, and ask them any questions you have on composting and soil types! They will offer their expertise, advice, and UGA publications, all for free!
    • Conyers, GA
  • May 18 MGEV Info Series: Composting & Soil Types (location 1) Come out and join our Rockdale County Master Gardener Extension Volunteers at both Cowan Ace Hardware locations in Conyers, GA, and ask them any questions you have on composting and soil types! They will offer their expertise, advice, and UGA publications, all for free!
    • Conyers, GA
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Backyard Gardening Annuals and PerennialsInterested in learning about different types of annuals and perennials, as well as native vs non-native plants? This is the Backyard Gardening session for you! Everyone will get to take home an annual and perennial of their choosing, we will have a variety available as well as care and growing instructions. We hope to see you there! Registration is required and is $10 per person. Please use the following link to register by May 16th, 2024 at 5:00 PM. bit.ly/rockdaleext4h
Rite Bite Diabetes Cooking SchoolRockdale Seniors/Older Adults! Discover a delicious journey to healthier living with Rite Bite Cooking School, brought to you by UGA Extension Rockdale County! Join us May 3rd,17th and 31st, from 10 am - 12:30 pm, as we dive into the essentials of nutrition. From understanding carbs and fiber to managing hypertension and sweeteners, we'll make every bite count towards your health. Want to register or have additional questions? Contact us at 770-278-7373 or visit our office at… See more
Canning ClassesSummer and Fall Canning Classes - register online or call our office for availability.
Rockdale Eats A RainbowJoin us for Rockdale Eats a Rainbow on Tuesdays 10:30am June-July at the library.
Lunch and Learn Series 2024Lunch and Learn Series 2024