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.
Whether taking vacations, hosting cookouts, or celebrating the 4th of July, summer is full of memorable moments that people anticipate year-...
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Fire has long been an ecological force on Alabama’s landscape. Historically, lightning-ignited fires and indigenous land-management pr...
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Human populations are continuously increasing in urban areas around the globe. Forests are critical components of eco-cities and play an imp...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — With summer in full swing, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System reminds parents and guardians of the importa...
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July is the time to plant browntop millet to attract dove and benefit many other game and non-game birds. With a 60-day maturation period, e...
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Mission
Transforming lives through science-based information, practical solutions, and meaningful solutions.
Vision
Serving communities t...
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Join the Alabama Cooperative Extension System's Lend an Ear program as it partners with Alabama Governor Kay Ivey's Summer Reading Challenge...
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The Farm and Agribusiness Management team serves as the economic foundation of Alabama Extension’s agricultural programming. In 2025, the ...
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Choosing which corn hybrid to grow is one of the first steps in planning for the next season and an important one to secure yield and pro...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — For Southerners, watermelon wisdom is passed down through generations. While some suggestions for picking the pe...
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