Plastics in the Environment
While plastic was invented in 1909, it did not become popular until Tupperware was invented in 1946. The creation of this novel product brou...
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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System, the primary outreach organization for the land-grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University, delivers research-based educational programs that enable people to improve their quality of life and economic well-being. In 2018, Alabama Extension reached 1 in 3 Alabama residents. That's more than 1.4 million people.
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2024 Barley Field Day
Researchers from the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station, and Auburn University are hosting a ...
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Delta-8 THC: Understanding the Risks
Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is widely available to use in vape cartridges, gummies, and other products, often with no age restriction...
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LaFayette Residents Finding OnMed Telehealth Station a Great Option in Health Care
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — LaFayette, Alabama was smaller than DeAnne Benedict remembered when she moved home from Birmingham thr...
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Let’s Play: Seven Cs of Play Spaces
This publication is the third in the early childhood development Let’s Play series. This publication introduces the Seven Cs of landscape ...
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Let’s Play: Universal Design for Learning (UDL)–Adult Roles
This publication is the second in the early childhood development Let’s Play series. Child care providers and parents can learn to design ...
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Get Outside with Alabama Smart Yards Webinar Series
Join the Alabama Cooperative Extension System for the Get Outside with Alabama Smart Yards webinar series. This online series is brought to ...
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Giddyap at the 2024 Alabama 4-H State Horse Show
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Saddle up, 4-H members. The Alabama 4-H State Horse Show is set for May 3–5 at the W.O. Crawford Arena in Mont...
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No April Fools — These Alabama Creatures are Real
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Imagine seeing a lizard with no legs or a giant salamander that can go years without eating. No, this isn’t an...
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Let’s Play: Child Care Outdoor Play Design
This overview is the first in a three-part series on supporting outdoor play and physical movement. Free outdoor play gives children the ...
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Adding Herbs to Landscapes and Gardens
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VCLLI Sp '24: Tai Chi Exercise
- Apr 08, 2024
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Cottage Food Law Training - Tallapoosa County
- Apr 08, 2024
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VCLLI Sp '24: Focus on Caregiving
- Apr 08, 2024
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Marketing Your Products at the Farmers Market
- Apr 09, 2024
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