UGA Extension/4-H: Greene County

06/29/2026

06/11/2026

🎈 JOIN THE CELEBRATION! 🎈
🎉 Help Us Celebrate Monte Stephens & His Retirement from 25 Years with UGA Extension - Greene County/4-H 🎉
📍 Where: UGA Extension – Greene County/4-H Office
📅 When: Tuesday, June 30
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
👥 Who’s Invited: Friends, coworkers, 4-H alumni, and anyone whose life has been touched by Monte
💬 What’s Happening: Good company, great memories, and plenty of laughter as we celebrate 25 years of dedication to UGA Extension - Greene County/4-H
🎉 Stop by, share a story, and help us honor Monte!

01/13/2026

🐄 Stop Screwworms in Their Tracks! Join us for a Lunch & Learn on Screwworm Protection Strategies to keep your livestock healthy and thriving.
📅 Date: Tuesday, January 27
🕛 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Greene County Extension Office
💲 Cost: $15 (includes lunch)
Speaker: Raymond Fitzpatrick, UGA Extension Agent & Entomology Specialist
✅ Learn practical tips, ask questions, and enjoy lunch while gaining valuable insights for your farm.
Reserve your spot by January 26!
📞 Call (706) 453-2083 or email [email protected]

10/16/2025

🌟 We're Hiring! Join the Greene County Extension Team! 🌟
Do you have a passion for working with youth and making a difference in your community? Greene County is looking for a dynamic individual to serve as our next 4-H & Youth Development Agent!
🔹 Teach and inspire young minds
🔹 Coordinate educational programs
🔹 Lead community engagement efforts
🔹 Fundraise and recruit volunteers
🔹 Be part of a statewide network of professionals
📚 Bachelor’s degree required | Master’s preferred
📍 Based in Greene County, GA
🌐 Apply online: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/452020
Help us grow the future of Greene County through 4-H! 🍀

This position will be responsible for managing the 4-H & Youth Development programming in Greene County by providing educational opportunities for youth in 4-H club meetings, coordinating local activities, and preparing youth for project and judging events.This position requires frequent night meeti...

10/16/2025

🚨 Hot Topic: Pesticides – 1 Hour CEU Class! 🚨
Join us at the Greene County Extension Office for an informative session led by Monte Stephens, Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent.
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Location: 1180 C Weldon Smith Drive, Suite 110, Greensboro, GA
📞 RSVP by Noon, Monday, October 27 – Call (706) 453-2083 to reserve your spot!
✅ Topics include:
• Proper pesticide application protocols
• Safety & compliance best practices
• Environmental concerns and procedures
• Ideal storage methods
🎓 Attendees will earn 1 hour of Continuing Education Credit toward their Pesticide Recertification License.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and certified!

10/07/2025

🍄 Learn to Grow Shiitake Mushrooms! 🍄
Hosted by UGA Extension – Greene County/4-H
Do you want to learn how to grow mushrooms safely, efficiently, and with ease?Join us for a hands-on class on small-scale mushroom farming, featuring expert guidance on planting and cultivating shiitake mushrooms. Inoculate hardwood logs to grow your own shiitake mushrooms. Please join us!
📅 Date: Tuesday - October 21, 2025
🕒 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Location: UGA Greene County Extension/4-H, Greensboro
🎤 Presenters: 1) J. Keith Fielder, UGA Extension Agent – Agriculture and Natural Resources and 2) C. Monte Stephens, UGA Greene County Extension/4-H Coordinator.
Whether you're a hobbyist, gardener, or aspiring small farmer, this class will equip you with the knowledge and tools to start your own work towards your mushroom-growing journey.
✅ Topics Covered:
• Mushroom safety and handling
• Efficient growing techniques
• Shiitake mushroom planting methods
• Tips for success in small farming
🎟️ Registration: Call us to reserve your spot (706) 453-2083.
💬 Questions? Contact UGA Greene County Extension/4-H Office at [email protected].

06/10/2025

We're hiring! Join UGA Extension Greene County as the Admin Assistant.

Assist in meeting local clientele needs and working with county extension faculty in providing services to Greene County Residents. Typing, filing, computer and general office skills are required.

Interested candidates should submit application/resume online at https://www.ugajobsearch.com select search posting.

Posting Position:
Deadline for receiving inquiries is June 20, 2025.

Contact us at 706-453-2083 for more information.

03/03/2025

Fruit Trees-Georgia Style updated post--this includes the class time!
Thursday, March 20th, 2025 11:30-12:30 p.m.
Cost: $15--includes lunch
Please call 706-453-2083 by noon, Tuesday, March 18th, to reserve your spot.

Join us at the Greene County Extension Office as Keith Fielder, Putnam County A&NR Agent discusses your hardiness zone, tree selection, placement, soil type, chill hours and much more for you to have the best yield!

An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran, Disability Institution University of Georgia Extension is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or language access services, contact the Greene County Extension Office at
706-453-2083 at least three weeks prior to the program date.

03/03/2025

Home Vegetable Gardening--this post includes the time!
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 11:30-12:30 p.m.
Cost: $15--includes lunch
Please call 706-453-2083 by noon, Friday, March 21st, to reserve your spot.
Join us at the Greene County Extension Office as Monte Stephens covers the basics of home vegetable gardening and answering questions you may not know you needed to know!

An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran, Disability Institution University of Georgia Extension is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or language access services, contact the Greene County Extension Office at
706-453-2083 at least three weeks prior to the program date.

03/03/2025

Home Vegetable Gardening
Join us at the Greene County Extension Office as Monte Stephens covers the basics of home vegetable gardening and answering questions you may not know you needed to know!
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Cost: $15--includes lunch
Please call 706-453-2083
by noon, Friday, March 21st, to reserve your spot.