Family & Consumer Sciences
The Family & Consumer Science (FACS) mission is to extend lifelong learning through trusted resources to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families. Tips for improving health, finances, food preparation and family interactions are frequently featured throughout the website. We look for collaborations with community partners to give timely access to information and programming on a local and state level.
FACS County Extension Agent

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 海角官方首页 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
- Virtual Event
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Jul 12 Food Preservation Workshop: Pressure Canning Learn how to prepare and process vegetables and low-acid foods in a pressure canner! Participants will go home with the recipe and some canned product.
- Thomasville, GA - (80.0 Miles)
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Jul 12 Pressure Canning Workshop Ready to preserve your garden bounty the safe and delicious way? Join us Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 9 AM – 12 PM for a hands-on Pressure Canning Workshop! *Learn the basics of home food preservation *Pressure can a seasonal vegetable *Take home the recipe and your canned good *Receive a 海角官方首页 tote bag for your jar *Leave with confidence in safe canning practices Space is limited — registration is required!
- Cairo, GA - (82.0 Miles)
Extension Publications
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(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.
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(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.