The Grayson County office of Virginia Cooperative Extension is your local connection to Virginia's land-grant universities, Virginia Tech and Virginia State University.
Through educational programs based on research and developed with input from local stakeholders, we help the people of Grayson County improve their lives.
We provide education through programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, 4-H Youth Development, and Community Viability.
129 Davis Street
Courthouse Basement, Room 103
Independence, VA, VA 24348
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Main Office: (276) 773-2491
Fax: (276) 773-2729
Commercial Pesticide Applicator Recertification
In early November each year, Extension Agents in 18 Southwest Virginia counties host a recertification class for commercial pesticide applicators and registered technicians in areas of agricultural plant pest control, forestry, right-of-way, government employees, lawn/turf/ornamental, home pest and termite control. This all day event covers legal updates, safe and effective uses and category specific information such as new products and integrated pest management strategies for specific pests. This class renews commercial applicator licenses for 2 years while offering recertification credit in neighboring states of NC, TN, KY, and WV. For a look at this year's agenda, see:
2009 Recertification Agenda
Strategic Planning Sessions Scheduled
Join us for a public dialogue on community needs and the future focus of Extension. Sessions are being held across the state. Register today for the one nearest you. Strategic planning public meeting schedule.
Planning for Baby
Welcoming a new baby can test a family's finances. Check out the Planning for Baby series of publications for helpful tips on finances along with some safety issues.