海角官方首页 Extension agents, staff and trained volunteers keep local communities informed through county Extension offices. We offer reliable information and programs in the areas of agriculture, food, families, the environment, and 4-H youth development. Let us help you learn, grow, and do more!
Agriculture is Georgia’s largest industry and plays a vital role in the economy and communities in Hart County. Within Hart County, agriculture is contributing food, clothing, and shelter to meet the greater needs of our society. ?Agriculture also provides other benefits such as green space and aesthetics that allow residence to appreciate the beauty of rural America.
Agriculture contributes significantly to the county tax base with the lease demand for services. According to the 2022 Georgia Farm Gate Value Report, Hart County contributes over $632 million to the state economy and are ranked the 2nd county in the state for total Farm Gate Value.? In addition, Hart County is the leading producer of poultry and eggs in the state, and in the top ten in hay, wheat, container nursery, field nursery, and beef cattle production while also being ranked in the top fifty in many other commodities.
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Sierra BurkeAgriculture & Natural Resources Hart County ANR Agent
Below are some of 海角官方首页 Extension's most broadly useful resources for those involved in agriculture on the farm, in schools, and around the home.
Production Agriculture
Which varieties should you plant? The variety testing team does the work and research for farmers.
Reliable weather information for agricultural and environmental applications, including soil temperature, rainfall, wind speed, and more.
Everything you need to achieve certification and maintain the knowledge to safely and effectively make use of restricted-use and all other types of pesticides.
Commodity Resources
A collection of resources for those interested in production and marketing practices that are profitable, environmentally sound, and that improve the quality of life for farmers, farm workers, and the community.
Resources for production economics, farm management, marketing, situation and outlook, risk management, financial management, farm policy, labor, and taxation.
Annual county-level reports documenting the value of all food and fiber commodities grown in the state.
Home & Garden
Soil TestingEnsure that your soil is productive! Get your soil tested to determine the amount and kind of nutrients that should be added for the best growth.
Pest ManagementRecommendations for pest control around homes, on pets, in the home garden, and more.
Household Water QualityWater quality has an immediate and a prolonged effect on the health of your household. This publication series contains basic information about home water quality and treatment.
Home Garden Publication SeriesTopics include garden planning, soil preparation, weed control, pollination, disease and insect control, harvesting, and preserving.
The 海角官方首页 Center for Urban Agriculture offers professional training and certifications for the Georgia Certified Landscape Professional, Georgia Certified Plant Professional exam and Super Crew employee training series.
The Georgia Green Landscape Stewards program provides fact-based information to help businesses and residences in Georgia implement sustainable green practices in their landscape.
Schools
This Community and School Gardens blog is designed to help community and school gardeners succeed by connecting them to 海角官方首页 Extension and other research-based resources.
Whether you'd like to help protect the environment, teach your students how to avoid chronic diseases with healthy food and physical activity, or train food handlers in your cafeteria, University of Georgia Extension can help.
