Georgia Tightens Animal Entry Requirements Following New World Screwworm Detection

Livestock owners in Chattooga County and across Georgia are being urged to stay alert as the Georgia Department of Agriculture has reinstated enhanced animal-entry requirements following another detection of New World screwworm in New Mexico.

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Two USDA Deadlines Approaching For Chattooga County Farmers And Landowners

Chattooga County farmers, cattle producers and landowners have two important USDA deadlines approaching, including a September 30 deadline for disaster assistance and an October 9 deadline for several conservation programs.

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Chattooga County Fair Attendance Climbs In 2026

Attendance at the 2026 Chattooga County Agricultural Fair last month increased over last year, with more than 7,000 people attending the four-day event despite hot weather throughout much of the weekend.

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