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.
This summer, US health officials have reported an increase in the number of domestic cyclosporiasis cases—an illness caused by the microsc...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Whether from the store or a backyard flock, eggs are a household staple. They are a versatile, complete protein ...
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Home gardening can be more than a hobby for older adults in Alabama. It can help them to remain physically active and maintain a sense of pu...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — For farmers, having access to expert advice is crucial in today’s ever-changing financial and legal landscapes...
Read More about Protect Farms, Prepare for Futures at Extension’s Tax and Estate Planning Seminar
Tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima) is an invasive tree with the potential for rapid growth and dispersal, endangering ecosystems by displa...
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The teenage years are filled with a lot of emotional, behavioral, physical, and social changes. For teens, these changes can be overwhelming...
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Starting a business begins with access to money and resources to turn an idea into something real. Many people want to start a business but ...
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Senior entrepreneurship, which has also been called senior-preneurship or silver entrepreneurship, may be considered unconventional. However...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The Alabama Cooperative Extension System received national acclaim at the 2026 Association for Communication Exc...
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Farm tax preparation and estate planning are daunting tasks that most farmers dread taking on. Be better prepared to face these tasks throug...
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