AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Officials have identified blooms of blue-green algae (also called cyanobacteria) in Hancock County, Mississippi. The confirmation of this algae triggered Mississippi beach closures beginning in June. At this point,…
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – This Food Friday, Live Well Alabama is cooking Half Veggie Burgers. Enjoy grilling with the whole family! Combine lean ground turkey or beef with canned pinto beans for tasty backyard burgers that will help save yo…
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Mix it up with our Grilled Cheese Surprise! Try adding veggies to your favorite recipes. Let your child–with clean hands–help tear spinach leaves into pieces. Serves 4.
Ingredients
Butter, softened
8 slices of whole wheat bread
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Landon Marks, an Alabama Extension animal science and forages regional agent, discusses goals for developing beef replacement heifers on forages.
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Dr. Katelyn Kesheimer, an Alabama Extension entomologist, discusses summer pasture and hayfield pests.
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – For many, there is nothing better than eating a tomato sandwich using fresh tomatoes from the garden. Tomatoes are often the most common plants in a basic garden. There are many varieties on the market, each one …
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Volunteer instructors travel throughout Mobile County to public and private schools to present environmental lessons for 6th – 12th grades.
The Water Cycle: Students will see a “rainstorm” in the classroom. After seeing the demonstra…
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This is an excerpt of Dairy Goat and Sheep Operations in the Southeast Production Guide, ANR-2457.
Estimating the Age of Goats and Sheep
The approximate age of goats and sheep can be determined by their teeth, as illustrated in figu…
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This is an excerpt of Dairy Goat and Sheep Operations in the Southeast Production Guide, ANR-2457.
Purchasing Guidelines
There are a number of factors to consider before purchasing your ideal dairy goat or sheep. Follow these guidel…
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This is an excerpt of Dairy Goat and Sheep Operations in the Southeast Production Guide, ANR-2457.
Goat and Sheep Facilities
While shelters and fences are primary components of facilities, there are additional features to consider, …
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This is an excerpt of Dairy Goat and Sheep Operations in the Southeast Production Guide, ANR-2457.
There are numerous reasons for raising dairy goats or sheep, such as the love of animals, 4-H projects for youth, the satisfaction…
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Preface
Dairy goat and sheep production is one of the fastest-growing agricultural industries in Alabama and the Southeast in general. This guide offers a general overview of the industry along with best management practices. It was …
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – While working outside, some people may find they are not the only ones digging around. Animals, such as squirrels, chipmunks, armadillos and moles, are known culprits for digging in yards, gardens and flower beds…
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False oleander scale (FOS) can be a serious pest of southern magnolia, palms, and aucuba. The biology of FOS is somewhat of a mystery. The most commonly targeted stages for management are females and crawlers (mobile baby scales). …
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Young athletes must drink enough fluid to perform at their best and to reduce the dangerous risks of dehydration during prolonged physical activity.
Proper nutrition is fundamental to fitness and performance. Although many at…
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