Control Options for Fall Armyworms
If a producer discovers that they have a fall armyworm infestation, insecticides may be used to control it. The stage of growth (size) of th...
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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the primary outreach organization for the land-grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University. We take these universities to the people. As educators, we are partners in every county, bringing practical ways to better homes, farms, people, and communities. Our research extends knowledge and improves lives.
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Advantages of Using Forestland for Meat Goat Production
Integrating meat goats into forestland offers an innovative and sustainable solution for managing understory vegetation while generating far...
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Spray Drones: An Option for Fruit and Vegetable Growers in Alabama
Alabama’s hot, rainy summers are optimal for the growth of fruits and vegetables, but it also creates ideal conditions for disease and pes...
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Grow More, Give More 250 Pound Challenge
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System is honoring this historic milestone by invit...
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Older Adults: Overcoming Isolation and Loneliness
People are naturally social beings, but according to the World Health Organization, 1 in 4 older adults is considered to be socially isolate...
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Weed Management for Young Citrus Groves in South Alabama
Weed interference during citrus grove establishment can reduce tree growth and delay early production. Effective weed management requires th...
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Citrus Budding: A Step-by-Step Guide
Citrus budding, or grafting, is an important tool in creating a plant that stands up to varying environmental conditions and grower goals. B...
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Date Labeling Confusion: Guidelines to Help Determine Food Safety and Avoid Food Waste
In 2010, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimated that about 133 billion pounds of food, roughly 30 to 40 percent of the food suppl...
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Seed, Spat, SoS, Florets—What Are We Talking About Here?
Learn definitions for the various life stages of oysters and how they are used for different purposes. The process for producing oyster s...
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Pest Monitoring Protects Alabama Crops
Proper soil fertility, precise irrigation management, and summer air temperatures create ideal conditions for growing vegetables in Alabama ...
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ServSafe Training- Marion
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Cottage Food Law Zoom Class
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Garden to Glass
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At Home Beekeeping Series
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48th Annual East Alabama Crops Tour
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