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Madison County
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Welcome to Madison County!

Located only 17 miles northeast of Athens-Clarke County and the University of Georgia, Madison County covers 285 square miles in the Piedmont region of Northeast Georgia. Madison County's number one industry is agriculture.?According to the 2022 Georgia Farm Gate Value Report, Madison County is #5 in agricultural production, with a total farm gate value of more than $487 Million.

Much of the agriculture in the county is centered around Georgia's large poultry industry, but Madison County also has a diversified agriculture, with many acres devoted to beef cattle, goats, and sheep; hay, soybeans, and small grains; as well as timber production and several small vegetable farms that raise produce for farmers markets.


Office Hours

Our regular office hours are 8am-12pm, 1pm-5pm Monday through Friday. These hours are subject to change around holidays.


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From Our Blog

  • State Indoor Competition Brings Home Outstanding Wins for Madison County 4-H Archery Team!
    Posted by Carrie Hayes on Feb 4, 2025
    Written by Ms. Angela Rouse Madison County 4-H Archery is proud to announce that John Reynolds and Mary Pruitt have been awarded top two honors for the state shoot held in Perry, Georgia at the Georgia National Fairgrounds on January 18, 2025. Mary placed second in the Junior Female Compound Division, and John placed second […]
  • Posted by Travis Tankersley on Jan 28, 2025
    Deciduous fruit trees, bushes, and vines in the home garden need ongoing care, and one of the most crucial yet often overlooked tasks is pruning. Proper pruning and training help shape the plant, improve fruit quality, enhance its longevity, and reduce the risk of disease and damage. It is a practice that supports the plant’s […]
  • Welcome our New 4-H Agent
    Posted by Carrie Hayes on Jan 15, 2025
    We’re excited to see where she takes the program!
  • Warm Up This Winter with a Healthy Homemade Hot Chocolate
    Posted by Emily Williams on Dec 19, 2024
    Hot chocolate is the ultimate comfort drink, perfect for cozy nights or chilly mornings. But store-bought mixes often come loaded with added sugars, artificial flavors, and unhealthy fats. Luckily, you can make your own healthy version at home using wholesome, nutrient-packed ingredients. Here’s how to craft a decadent yet nutritious hot chocolate that will warm […]

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Upcoming Events

  • Feb 7 - Feb 10 SW District Jr/Sr Project Achievement 4-H Project Achievement event weekend
    • Eatonton, GA - (58.0 Miles)
  • Feb 15 - Feb 16 Cloverleaf Project Achievement (4th - 6th Grade) - Rock Eagle 4-H event
    • Eatonton, GA - (58.0 Miles)
  • Feb 20 Gardening Lunch and Learn Series - Soil Health and Fertility Join us for the second session of our series where we will discuss soil health and fertility and how it relates to the success of our gardens and landscapes!
    • Hartwell, GA - (25.0 Miles)
  • Feb 22 Make & Take Bee Hotels Oconee County Extension will be holding a Make & Take program focused on Georgia's native solitary bees! Come learn and build with us on Saturday, Feb. 22nd from 10-11:30 AM. No prior experience or skills are required but if you have a drill, you are welcome to bring it. It costs $25 per bee hotel building kit, so bring the whole family and share in the hands-on experience. Pre-registration is due by 2/14. Call 706-542-7078 to RSVP or for questions.
    • Watkinsville, GA - (27.0 Miles)
  • Feb 28 - Mar 3 NW District Jr/Sr Project Achievement 4-H event
    • Eatonton, GA - (58.0 Miles)
  • Mar 7 - Mar 10 NE District Jr/Sr Project Achievement 4-H project achievement event
    • Eatonton, GA - (58.0 Miles)
  • Mar 15 - Mar 16 Cloverleaf Project Achievement - Bacon County - 4th - 6th Grades GA 4-H Project Achievement
    • Alma, GA - (18.0 Miles)
  • Mar 19 Blairsville Vegetable Production Meeting This annual vegetable production meeting is designed for individuals who are commercially involved in vegetable production. Dinner will be provided for free for people who RSVP. Contact the Union County Extension Office at 706-439-6030 or email Jacob.Williams@uga.edu to RSVP.
    • Blairsville, GA - (62.0 Miles)
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Supported by a nearly $1.6 million grant from the EPA, researchers from the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and 海角官方首页 College of Engineering are developing improved, cost-effective treatment systems with advanced technologies for removing PFAS from water, wastewater and biosolids. By Emily Cabrera | Published: 2/4/2025
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The award-winning interdisciplinary program leverages the community engagement experience of 海角官方首页’s public service and extension faculty to support collaborative academic research that benefits rural Georgia. By Roy Parry | Published: 2/3/2025
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What is 海角官方首页 Extension?

海角官方首页 Extension is a partnership (Cooperation) between?,
the U. S. Department of Agriculture, and individual counties.?海角官方首页 Extension delivers current research conducted at universities and research farms to the citizens of each county based on their individual needs.?This delivery system allows 海角官方首页 Extension to be on the forefront of food safety, technology, research, and education; keeping Georgia’s economy strong and making life better for Georgians.?


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