UGA Extension - Macon County

05/20/2026

Sonia Altizer, professor and head of the Department of Entomology in the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, has spent many years studying monarchs and the infectious diseases that threaten their survival.

05/20/2026

A Few Minutes With Sonia Altizer, UGA monarch butterfly researcher

Sonia Altizer, professor and head of the Department of Entomology in the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, has spent many years studying monarchs and the infectious diseases that threaten their survival.

05/20/2026

🐝 Today is World Bee Day, and we've got everything you need to celebrate these pollination powerhouses.
➡️ From a beginner's guide to backyard beekeeping to expert advice on building a pollinator-friendly garden, our urban entomology experts are sharing their expertise at the link in the comments!

UGA Extension
🍯 A beginner’s guide to successful beekeeping: https://ugacaes.org/3LM433P
🌷 Build an eco-friendly garden: https://ugacaes.org/494dRii
🪺 Protect ground-nesting bees: https://ugacaes.org/4rhQOb5

New to beekeeping? Learn how to start strong with expert advice on hives, bees, mite control and seasonal care from the University of Georgia.

05/18/2026

Annuals are the mainstay color plant of many home gardens. They are also used in increasingly large numbers in commercial and municipal landscapes because they provide landscape color in a very short time with minimal investment. Properly cared for, many annuals will brighten the landscape continuou...

05/18/2026

Grillmaster ready?

Want to step up your grilling game this season? This episode of Cultivating Curiosity serves up tried-and-true expert tips from the University of Georgia's Alex Stelzleni.

05/18/2026

They say May brings spring showers, but it looks a little different at the Macon County Extension Office! Mrs. Rachel has been so busy between an amazing Farm Tour at High Brighton Dairy with the Seventh Day Adventist School and coordinating Farm Day at the Macon County Elementary School. All of us at the Macon County Extension Office are so grateful for all that we are fortunate to offer, facilitate, and participate in. Our community partners are among the very best! 🍀🍀

05/14/2026

Vidalia Onions are in season! Here is recipe with the vidalia onions. Enjoy!!!

Chef Robert Butts, Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours As seen in the 2023/2024 issue of...

05/14/2026

Check out the different ways to make your water refreshing!

This blend of spices and flavors provides a little kick without caffeine. This is a perfect pick-me-up herbal tea to be enjoyed anytime of year!

05/13/2026

Did you know that May is national salad month?

05/13/2026

https://fieldreport.caes.uga.edu/publications/B1597/identifying-toxic-weeds-in-georgia-pastures-hayfields/

Toxic weeds may be found in pastures and hayfields throughout Georgia. This resource can help you identify the species on your farm and what symptoms to watch for in grazing livestock. If you suspect that your animal has consumed a toxic plant species, please contact your local veterinarian for an o...