Georgia Grown Resource Center - Metter

Georgia Grown Resource Center - Metter The Georgia Grown Resource Center was created to help support small agribusiness owners. The City of Metter is the first “Georgia Grown Community” in the state.

Thank you for visiting the Georgia Grown Innovation Center page. We are excited about the opportunities for agribusinesses that are available through this unique partnership. The city has fully incorporated Georgia Grown into its economic development strategy. The city offers programs and incentives to create a business-friendly environment that showcases agriculture, food, and retail bus

inesses that embrace the vision of Georgia Grown and Metter Made products. The new Georgia Grown Innovation Center (GGIC) is a part of that Georgia Grown campaign. The City of Metter partnered with Georgia Grown and Georgia Southern University’s Business Innovation Group to create the GGIC, a business incubator, that would focus on agriculture. This amazing synergy supports agri-business locally, regionally and throughout the state. The Business Innovation Group (BIG) is the business outreach program for the University that is committed to developing a vibrant entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem for the southeast region. BIG provides resources for students and entrepreneurs to gain skills and training necessary to understand business principles, experience how businesses operate and successfully launch new enterprises.
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Georgia Grown is the economic development arm for the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The brand is one of the finest in the United States and is recognized globally. The program identifies opportunities for businesses through state programs, partners, branding, provides technical industry expertise, collaborative research, and partnerships to help the industry connect, compete, and grow. Physical benefits of the GGIC include a fully furnished office space, fiber internet and wi-fi, meeting room use, visibility on the website, co-working space, access to AV equipment, and controlled access to a secure building. Developmental benefits include coaching, market research, access to university faculty and students, mentoring, networking events, workshops, and technical support.

04/30/2026

Wildfire Community Preparedness Day – May 2, 2026
Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is coming up on Saturday, May 2. This national effort, led by the National Fire Protection Association, encourages individuals and communities to take simple steps to reduce wildfire risk.
With dry conditions and increased wildfire risk across Georgia, now is a good time to focus on protecting your home and property. Wildfires often spread through embers, not just flames, so preparation around your home is critical.
Start with these key steps:
• Keep the first 0–5 feet around your home free of anything flammable (mulch, leaves, pine straw)
• Clean debris from roofs, gutters, decks, and porches
• Trim trees and shrubs so they do not touch or overhang your home
• Screen vents and openings to help prevent embers from getting inside
• Move firewood, fuel, and other materials away from structures
These practices help create a Home Ignition Zone, which can greatly improve your home’s chances of withstanding a wildfire.
Preparedness Day projects can often be completed in just a few hours, but they can make a big difference in reducing risk for your home and community.
Learn more and find resources here:
https://www.nfpa.org/events/wildfire-community-preparedness-day

https://www.nfpa.org/en/education-and-research/wildfire/preparing-homes-for-wildfire

04/28/2026
04/24/2026

With worsening drought and spreading wildfires, our state, our communities, and our farmers are facing increasingly dangerous conditions that are taking a real toll on livelihoods and daily life.

We’re keeping everyone affected in our thoughts and praying for rain, relief, and protection—especially for the first responders and farmers working tirelessly on the front lines of these challenges.

Photo credit: Georgia Forestry Commission

04/24/2026

In response to the wildfires across Georgia, I am extending the application deadline for Hurricane Helene Block Grant Program to May 11, 2026.

We would never put Georgia farmers in a situation where they would be forced to choose between responding to this current natural disaster or submitting their application for relief from last.

04/23/2026
04/23/2026

This morning Georgia Forestry Commission issued a 30-day mandatory burn ban for 91 Georgia counties currently being impacted by severe drought and wildfires.

I strongly encourage all Georgians to do the right thing and strictly adhere to the burn ban while these drought conditions persist.

Grateful to the entire team at GFC for their tireless effort to contain wildfires across the state.

04/21/2026

We’re seeing the real impacts of prolonged drought across Georgia impacting 98% of our state and putting pressure on crops, livestock, and farm operations statewide. Our farmers are resilient, but they need rain, prayers, and relief soon. Our Georgia Department of Agriculture team is closely monitoring conditions and working with partners to support producers.

📱 Did you know there’s a Georgia Grown Trails app? Download it today to explore local farms, markets, and ag experiences...
04/21/2026

📱 Did you know there’s a Georgia Grown Trails app? Download it today to explore local farms, markets, and ag experiences across the state!

Georgia leads the nation in pecan production—and that’s something to be proud of! 🌰According to the 2024 Farm Gate Value...
04/18/2026

Georgia leads the nation in pecan production—and that’s something to be proud of! 🌰

According to the 2024 Farm Gate Value Report:
👉 Pecans generated $274,268,422 in Georgia
👉 That’s 28.53% of all fruit & nut value in the state
👉 Candler County ranks #32 in Georgia for pecan production
👉 With 845 acres producing an impressive $1,911,390 in value

Right here in Southeast Georgia, pecans aren’t just a crop—they’re a key part of our local economy and a proud piece of our Georgia Grown roots. 💚🌱

The 2026 Georgia Grown Spring U-Pick Agritourism Map is now live!Everything’s better in Metter—and springtime is no exce...
04/15/2026

The 2026 Georgia Grown Spring U-Pick Agritourism Map is now live!

Everything’s better in Metter—and springtime is no exception! 🌱 Take a short drive and discover some of Georgia’s best U-Pick farms.

It’s the perfect way to spend a spring day—supporting local farmers and enjoying the simple things that make this season so special.

🔗 View the map: https://vist.ly/4yjjw

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🌱 Agriculture connects us all—from the field to the table.
04/14/2026

🌱 Agriculture connects us all—from the field to the table.

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25 South Terrell Street
Metter, GA
30439

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
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