About the South Ga Vegetables Lab
The South Georgia Vegetables lab at the University of Georgia focuses on all aspects of vegetable production in Georgia, including variety performance, disease resistance, fertilizer, irrigation and alternative crops.
Under the direction of Dr. Ted McAvoy, the lab serves the vegetable industry by disseminating relevant information and providing practical data driven recommendations that increase productivity, sustainability and profitability.
Join the Team
We are accepting an M.S. student and a Research Intern for the Department of Horticulture Vegetable Program at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus. Research assistantships are available on a competitive basis.
Interested candidates should contact Dr. Theodore McAvoy (ted.mcavoy@uga.edu) and must provide a CV, transcripts and cover letter.
New Podcast
UGA Vegetables Podcast
The UGA Vegetables Podcast features conversations with University of Georgia researchers, Extension specialists, and agents on a wide range of topics related to vegetable production. Episodes address insect and disease management, soil and nutrient practices, crop management strategies, production challenges, and current research shaping vegetable production in Georgia and beyond.