University of Georgia Family and Consumer Sciences Cooperative Extension

Family and Consumer Sciences


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UGA Family and Consumer Sciences Cooperative Extension programs place non-biased, research-based information at your fingertips. County agents and specialists throughout the state provide cutting edge knowledge on many topics, including home food preservation, parenting, personal financial management, and healthy eating habits.
Turn to the local experts when you need the answers that matter most in your life.

Featured Programs

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Natural Gas Education Program
The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension, the Georgia Public Service Commission, Atlanta Gas Light and the Gas Marketer Industry work together to provide consumer education for natural gas customers in Georgia. We have formed a customer education program with 10 UGA Extension Natural Gas Educators to assist Georgians in all areas related to natural gas.

ServSafe®
FACS Cooperative Extension county-based educators are dedicated to providing workshops that enable food managers and staff to prepare and serve food in a clean and safe environment. They teach ServSafe® workshops in various locations throughout the state, and a listing of current offerings can be found on our Extension ServSafe® website.