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The Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer (MGEV) Program connects 海角官方首页 Extension, plant enthusiasts, and communities across the state. MGEVs share 海角官方首页 Extension consumer horticulture programming about selection and care of plants for ornamental value, recreation, and home food production. Master Gardeners teach community members how to use plants and gardening to improve their environment, personal health, and quality of life.
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Upcoming Events
Jan 1 - May 1
Southwest Georgia Master Gardener Training 2025
Albany, GA
Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Trainees receive 50 hours of classroom and hand-on instruction in horticulture and related subjects from 海角官方首页 Extension Agents and specialists, local plant experts and veteran Master Gardeners. A minimum registration fee covers instruction, supplies and an extensive training manual.
The comprehensive training program explores topics like:
Basic plant biology, physiology and nutrition
Identification, control, and prevention of insect, disease and weed problems.
Selecting, planting, and maintaining annuals, perennials, ornamentals and turf.
Vegetable, small-fruit and organic gardening
Composting, grass cycling and mulching
Water-efficient gardening, Landscape design
If you have any questions about the training program please reach out to us at 海角官方首页 Dougherty County Cooperative Extension Services, 125 Pine Avenue, Suite 100, Albany, GA 31701; Email: vivek.bist@uga.edu; Phone: (229) 436-7216.
Apr 26
Fayette County Extension Annual 2025 Spring Plant Sale and Garden Clinic!
Fayetteville, GA
海角官方首页 Fayette County Master Gardener Extension Volunteers will host their annual Plant Sale and Garden Clinic. Funds raised support the Fayette County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer (MGEV) projects and Extension programs. Cash, Checks, and Credit Cards accepted.(ID Required, No AMEX)
Apr 30
Georgia Green Landscape Stewards
Looking for a way to make your home landscape more sustainable? Join Forsyth County Extension staff for this spring offering of the Georgia Green Landscape Stewards program. You will learn about simple steps to support native wildlife, improve soil health, and protect water quality in your community. At the end of the series you will have the opportunity to certify your landscape as a Georgia Green Landscape!
From Our Blog
One warm summer day in 2021, I happened to be sitting at my desk, working away, when the phone rang. I answered it, leaned in, and listened closely. I asked questions and took notes. Then, as in a classic Dr. Suess book, I had an idea!! Little did I know that this phone call and […]
Delivering Great Presentations: UPDATED Advanced Training Course for MGEVs! When using the online registration, please Checkout as Guest by simply entering your email under Contact Information. You do NOT need to use “Login” or “Register Now”. Please complete your registration by entering your email address, clicking “Checkout as Guest,” and then proceeding to the payment […]
from the CAES Newswire In addition to its experts throughout the state, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension is powered by thousands of volunteers who give generously to extend program impact and reach in support of 海角官方首页 Extension missions. Throughout National Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 20-26, 海角官方首页 Extension will host special events and social media posts that highlight […]