UGA Extension Pike County

05/21/2026

Pike County, Georgia Farm Bureau Insurance and the Pike County Extension Office were able to collaborate and bring together Pike County Middle School students to experience a great Farm Safety day!

Thanks to our many volunteers who served the community with their knowledge, our students were able to learn about Wildlife, Forest, 811, Equine, Trailer, Tractor, ATV, Fire, First Aid, Archery, Lawn Care, and Beekeeping safely and entertainingly.

We hope to continue the tradition of agricultural education in our youth around the community, especially around topics like safety. Thank you again to everyone who came out, helped, and organized the Farm Safety Day with us! It takes a village to make an event like this possible.

05/11/2026

Vidalia Onions are Here!

If you pre-ordered your bags, they are reserved and ready for you here at the office! If you didn't, then we have plenty of extra bags for you here!

Give us a call, email, or swing by the Pike County Extension Office to get a 10 pound bag of jumbo onions. $12.00 per bag.

770-567-2010
[email protected]

943 Sandefur Rd. Meansville, Ga 30256

05/08/2026

Healthy Pastures, Healthy Horses: W**d ID and Management Webinar

Friday, May 29th | 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Zoom

Quality forage is the cornerstone of all equine diets. A healthy pasture can provide that pivotal component, but pasture w**ds can cause forage quality loss and even equine health concerns. Join UGA Extension to learn how to identify common pasture w**ds, understand toxic w**d concerns, and manage w**ds to improve pasture conditions.

Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/IGKLdH7jSeeGzq6axDdVlA

05/06/2026

Small Farm Irrigation Workshop

Tuesday, June 9th | 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Johns Creek Environmental Campus
8100 Holcomb Bridge Rd
Alpharetta, GA 30022

Join us for a hands on irrigation workshop designed for small farms. This interactive workshop covers impact sprinklers, drip irrigation systems, and building an Irrigation Water Management Plan—plus hands on experience assembling basic irrigation setups you can replicate on your farm. Hosted by Fulton and Gwinnett County Extension.

Sponsored by: US Department of Agriculture – NRCS, UGA CAES Department of Crop and Soil Sciences, UGA CAES Northeast District, UGA CAES Center for Urban Agriculture, and UGA CAES Department of Food Science and Technology.

Cost to attend: $10, lunch provided.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/cpycec3s

05/05/2026

Today's the day! Join us for our Homestead Hub to meet fellow homesteaders, ask questions, create your own garden plan, and much more! There is no cost to join!

Don't forget about our Homestead Hub coming up May 5th from 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Whether you're a seasoned homesteader or looking to get started, we would love to see you! You will get the chance to discuss gardening plans, participate in a goods exchange, and discuss several homesteading topics. You can also ask questions with our AG Agent.

If you are interested in attending, please contact the Extension office at 770-567-2010 or [email protected] to sign up for free!

05/05/2026

IPM Workshop at Patchwork City Farms. Fulton County Extension has some exciting programs coming up for small-scale farmers!

Wednesday, June 3rd | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Patchwork City Farms
902 Pinehurst Terrace SW
Atlanta, GA 30310

Join us for a hands-on IPM workshop hosted at a small-scale farm, designed specifically for urban and small-scale vegetable growers. Participants will work alongside UGA Extension agents, specialists, and an experienced farmer to build pest management skills.

Sessions will include insect identification, plant disease diagnosis and holistic management, and proper calibration and use of backpack sprayers. Emphasis will be placed on accurate pest identification, informed decision-making, and effective application techniques. Attendees will gain hands-on practice in the field, leaving with tools and confidence to implement IPM practices on their own farms and gardens.

Ideal for urban and small-scale growers, beginning farmers, and anyone interested in sustainable vegetable production. Breakfast and refreshments courtesy of Good Agriculture.

The workshop is free, but registration is required: https://bit.ly/4d01GUU

04/28/2026

Don't forget about our Homestead Hub coming up May 5th from 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Whether you're a seasoned homesteader or looking to get started, we would love to see you! You will get the chance to discuss gardening plans, participate in a goods exchange, and discuss several homesteading topics. You can also ask questions with our AG Agent.

If you are interested in attending, please contact the Extension office at 770-567-2010 or [email protected] to sign up for free!

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!

If you ordered a tree sapling with us, they are here at the Extension Office! Swing by today; we have them ready in bags to take home.

943 Sandefur Rd. Meansville, Ga, 30256

Contact the Extension office with any questions - 770-567-2010 or [email protected]

04/16/2026

Pike County Homestead Hub!

Join us May 5th from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at the Pike County Extension office, located at 943 Sandefur Rd. Meansville, Ga.

The topic of discussion is Garden Planning, and anyone attending will have the opportunity to contribute to a goods exchange, bringing items you made yourself! You will also get the chance to talk to other homesteaders, ask questions, and learn new skills to make your homesteading dreams come true!

If you are interested in attending, just call or email the Extension office to RSVP: 770-567-2010 or [email protected].