UPPER OCMULGEE RIVER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
The Yellow, Alcovy, and South rivers of north Georgia converge to form the majestic Ocmulgee River. This confluence of water in the agricultural heartland of central Georgia makes up the Upper Ocmulgee watershed. Nutrient rich soil and ample moisture make this district a haven for plant and livestock farmers. The vast lands that are touched by the Upper Ocmulgee.
The Upper Ocmulgee Conservation District aims to protect these lands for generations to come. This board of farmers and community members steward the land with mindfulness and the knowledge of people who grew up on this land. The Upper Ocmulgee basin continues to thrive because of the dedication of the men and women who strive to protect it.
News
Upper Ocmulgee River Conservation District Offering Feral Swine Control Services
December 30, 2025: Feral swine have become increasingly detrimental in Georgia, causing significant damage to agricultural crops and natural resources throughout the state. The economic impact of damage caused by feral swine in Georgia is estimated at over $150 million. Feral swine are one of the greatest invasive species challenges facing Georgia.
The Upper Ocmulgee River Conservation District is a unit of state government that directs natural resource management programs throughout Jasper and Newton Counties. They work with producers, landowners, and with other units of government to educate and actively promote programs and practices that support the conservation and use and development of soil, water, and related resources.
The Conservation District has acquired a trapping system to provide control services to producers and landowners throughout the area. If you are interested in feral swine control services, please contact one of the District’s Hog Control Custodians, Drew Hill, at ahwelding22@gmail.com / 706-623-1297, or Marty Adams, at huppyskuppy@hotmail.com / 706-717-0844.
More information can be found at www.gacd.us/feralswine.
SERVICES
Feral Hog Control
District Supervisors
Meeting Information
The Upper Ocmulgee River Conservation District meets the third Tuesday of every other month at 10 AM.
The meeting location switches between the Jasper County Farm Bureau Office and the Newton County Administrative Building every other meeting.