Garden Proble Guide is part 16 of The Alabama Vegetable Gardener series.

There are a number of common garden problems that challenge novice and veteran gardeners alike.  Learn more about these problems and possible cures.

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Many factors influence successful forage production, but establishment of the crop is a key to profitability. It is essential to choose the appropriate crop species for the needed yield, quality, and persistence.

It is then…

Vegetable Garden Insects is part 15 of The Alabama Vegetable Gardener series.

Vegetables grown in the southern United States are vulnerable to attack by a variety of insect pests. Our warm temperatures and long growing seasons are not on…

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Try our Easy Ratatouille recipe! Add this dish to a pasta night for an extra kick of veggies. Serves 10.
Ingredients
Cooking spray

1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced

1 medium eggplant, thinly sliced

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 1/2…

Our Healthier French Toast is a simple, kid-friendly breakfast. Kids love to play chef! Let them help with this recipe by having them mash the bananas. Serves 3.
Ingredients
1 large or two small ripe bananas

3/4 cup low-fat milk

1 t…

Extension in Mobile County will launch the Mobile County Master Environmental Education (MEE) Program for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year.  MEE is an educational outreach program that was created in 1995 by the Baldwin County Alabama Co…

Try our Snap & Go Pasta. For a heart healthy choice, try whole grain pasta. Serves 4.
Ingredients
Spaghetti, 12 ounces

Frozen mixed vegetables, 12 ounces

1 tablespoon oil

2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 can Italian diced tomat…

Try our Quick Pita Pizza! Get your kids involved in helping at dinner time. Let them build their own pizza. Serves 4.
Ingredients
1 cup pizza sauce

1 cup chicken, cooked and diced

1 cup spinach

1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
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Serve our Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower as a side dish with dinner. Vary your veggies by including carrots or broccoli. Serves 6.
Ingredients
Cooking spray

2 tablespoons oil

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon garlic …

Try our Frozen Yogurt Covered Blueberries. Kids love anything frozen. Freeze berries, grapes, and bananas for a cool, ready-to-eat treats. Serves 4.
Ingredients
2 cups fresh blueberries, 12 ounces

Nonfat blueberry Greek yogurt, 12 ounc…

Our Balsamic Roasted Turkey Salad is perfect for a light lunch. Add any fruits and veggies you like to this tasty salad. Serve 7.
Ingredients
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

1/4 cup fat-free Italian dressing

3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Urban Affairs & New Nontraditional Programs State Office strives to provide a safe environment for all persons involved in Urban Extension Programs. This application will be used to determine el…

Native warm-season grasses are bunch grasses indigenous to North America that actively grow during the warm months of the year, April through September. These native forages are a great option for those wanting to graze livestock and provid…

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Summer is a great time for growing and harvesting fruit. The farmers markets are filled with beautiful fruits and vegetables. However, summer can bring about many diseases and pest problems, making it difficult for…