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Chaos Gardening: A Wild Approach to Planting Flowers

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Preventing and Treating the Four Main Threats to Forest Health

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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System, the primary outreach organization for the land-grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University, delivers research-based educational programs that enable people to improve their quality of life and economic well-being. In 2018, Alabama Extension reached 1 in 3 Alabama residents. That's more than 1.4 million people.

Choosing a Fruit Crop for High Tunnel Production
Choosing a Fruit Crop for High Tunnel Production
High tunnels can offer advantages for fruit crop growers. Learn about growing seasons, marketing periods, protection, and more. T...
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Success Story: Workshop Exceeds Expectations of Small Farmers
Success Story: Workshop Exceeds Expectations of Small Farmers
On August 12, 2025, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System at Alabama A&M University (AAMU) collaborated with faculty and staff fr...
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Chaos Gardening: A Wild Approach to Planting Flowers
Chaos Gardening: A Wild Approach to Planting Flowers
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The term “chaos gardening” has been popping up a lot on social media. This growing trend is a relaxed and in...
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Alabama Cotton Jassid Update
Alabama Cotton Jassid Update
Alabama cotton growers are facing a new challenge with the recent detection of the two-spotted cotton leafhopper, also known as the cotton j...
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Preventing and Treating the Four Main Threats to Forest Health
Preventing and Treating the Four Main Threats to Forest Health
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Forestry is one of the largest industries in Alabama. Between commercial logging and forestry production, the in...
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Simple Steps May Help Prevent Farm Equipment Theft
Simple Steps May Help Prevent Farm Equipment Theft
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Harvesting crops, hauling grain and moving hay, among other seasonal tasks, make fall a busy time for farmers. C...
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Alabama Fish Farming Center: Extension, Research, Diagnostics
Alabama Fish Farming Center: Extension, Research, Diagnostics
This Auburn University satellite laboratory serves the west Alabama aquaculture industry. The Alabama Fish Farming Center...
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Operation Grow for Military Veterans
Operation Grow for Military Veterans
Operation Grow—in partnership with the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries—provides special emphasis on the training ne...
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How Much Fertilizer Do I Apply?
How Much Fertilizer Do I Apply?
Whether you are a commercial grower or home gardener, no one should pay for or apply fertilizer that is not needed. The following informatio...
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Stronger Every Move: Resistance-Band Exercises
Stronger Every Move: Resistance-Band Exercises
Regular physical activity is one of the most important steps adults can take to improve their health. Staying active offers a wide range of ...
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Preparing for Property Taxes
- Sep 17, 2025
- 10:00am - 11:00am
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Autauga County Lunch and Learn- Techniques for Growing Sprouts & Microgreens
- Sep 17, 2025
- 12:00pm - 01:00pm
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Russell County Preparing for Property Taxes
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Beef Systems Short Course- Montgomery
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