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The Butts County Cooperative Extension Office extends lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education.

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Butts County 4-H and Extension StaffButts County Staff (left to right): Bonnie McElroy, Brenda Gibson, Ashleigh Cagle, and Heidi Cashwell

Upcoming Events

  • Apr 3 Vidalia Onion Sale Fundraiser Support Butts County 4-H program with purchase of farm-fresh Vidalia Onions. Orders must be placed either with your favorite 4-H member, or by stopping in the office Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. *We are closed over the lunch hour*. Prices and sizes start at 5lb for $6. Cash or check only is due upon the time you place your order. If you have any questions, please call the extension office at 770-775-8209 or stop in at 576 Ernest Biles Drive, Jackson, Georgia. Orders are accepted through April 10, 2024.
    • Jackson, GA
  • Apr 10 Vidalia Onion Sale Fundraiser Support Butts County 4-H program with purchase of farm-fresh Vidalia Onions. Orders must be placed either with your favorite 4-H member, or by stopping in the office Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. *We are closed over the lunch hour*. Prices and sizes start at 5lb for $6. Cash or check only is due upon the time you place your order. If you have any questions, please call the extension office at 770-775-8209 or stop in at 576 Ernest Biles Drive, Jackson, Georgia. Orders are accepted through April 10, 2024.
    • Jackson, GA
2024 FABricate Contest
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COVID Tea
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Georgia Hunger Study
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