Young Farmers Director Lauren Jarrett has released a February update for the Chattooga County Young Farmers Association, highlighting upcoming educational programs, certification opportunities, and recognition of local agricultural leaders.

The group will host a program on Catching Honeybee Swarms with Brandon Ray, North Region Ag Education Director, on Thursday, February 5 at 7 PM at the Chattooga Ag Center, with a meal provided. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP by Tuesday, February 3.

Later in the month, a Pesticide Recertification Class focusing on Pasture Management will be held on Thursday, February 19 at 7 PM, also at the Chattooga Ag Center. The class will be led by Clay Williams, Corteva Range and Pasture Specialist, and will offer recertification credit for Private Category 10 and Commercial Category 21. The cost is $10, with a meal provided, and RSVPs are requested by February 17.

The update also recognizes several Banquet Award Winners, including Julie Brinkley as Outstanding Member, Kennith Moseley and Dennis McCrary as Hall of Fame Inductees, and Jamie and Randy Corbin as Farm Family of the Year. Additional honors include Kyle Kruger as Beginning Ag Professional and Katie and Caleb Carlson as Beginning Producer, along with multiple winners in photography and human interest categories.

Chattooga County Young Farmers meetings are typically held on the first Thursday of each month at the Chattooga Ag Center and are open to those interested in agriculture and education.