UGA Extension Office

Agriculture & Natural Resources

Clinch County is home to a host of agricultural commodities including blueberry, timber, honeybees, and row crop production. Our Agriculture and Natural Resources programs provide research-based information, educational programming and resources to homeowners and commercial clientele in the areas of landscape maintenance, pest control, wildlife control, vegetable and fruit production, annuals, perennials, gold medal winners, trees, shrubs, turf-grass and alternative agriculture production. We also connect the citizens of Clinch County with certified arborist in the county.

 


Own a commercial farm?

We are the source of unbiased, research-based information for commercial farmers. We would be love to come out and take a look at your operation! We can help with topics like:

  • Developing a budget and forecasting prices
  • Choosing the right varieties to plant
  • Stopping the insects and diseases destroying your crops

You'll find on this page our most frequently requested publications. Call us if you want to know more!


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Extension Publications

Pre-Establecimiento de Arándanos
Pre-Establecimiento de Arándanos (C 1267-SP) Esta publicación cubre las consideraciones que los productores deben tener en cuenta al elegir un sitio para plantar arándanos. Describe las características del suelo que se necesitan para cultivar y producir arándanos, cómo identificar un buen suelo, su drenaje y cómo cultivos anteriores podrían afectar la productividad de los arándanos. [This publication covers the considerations producers need to have in mind when choosing a site to plant blueberry. It describes the soil characteristics that are needed to grow and produce blueberry, how to identify good soil, soil drainage, and how prior crops could affect blueberry productivity.]
Soil Sampling Grid Size Considerations for Site-Specific Nutrient Management
Soil Sampling Grid Size Considerations for Site-Specific Nutrient Management (C 1297) This publication provides information on selecting an optimal soil sampling grid size that can accurately depict spatial nutrient variability within the fields in the southeastern US and helps in informing precision site-specific nutrient applications.
¿Qué se dice sobre la Kombucha casera?
¿Qué se dice sobre la Kombucha casera? (C 1312-SP) Do you want to learn more about brewing kombucha at home? Check out our publication “What’s the Word on Homemade Kombucha?”. In this publication, you will learn about the historical roots of this fermented tea beverage and explore its global popularity driven by perceived health benefits. The article goes into the fermentation process, unveiling the role of the Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeasts (SCOBY) in transforming sweetened tea into kombucha. Food safety is crucial in homebrewing, as emphasized by guidelines on equipment selection, hygiene practices, and acidity monitoring to prevent contamination. The content also touches on regulatory considerations regarding alcohol content, providing insights into safe consumption levels for different individuals. Whether you are a seasoned kombucha enthusiast or a novice, this summary is your gateway to a holistic understanding of the beverage's origins, health aspects, and essential practices for safe and enjoyable brewing.