Alabama Growers Permit

January 21, 2022
in Counties, Counties Statewide, Crop Production, Farming, Food Safety...

An Alabama growers permit is a marketing expansion tool that allows Alabama growers to sell directly to consumers without having to pay lice...
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Alabama Private Applicator Permit and Training Information

March 30, 2022
in Counties Statewide, Pesticides, Private Applicator

What is a private pesticide applicator? A private pesticide applicator is a person that is producing an agricultural commodity on owned, re...
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An Emergency Handbook: Preparation and Recovery

December 31, 2019
in Counties Statewide, Disaster, Home & Family

BE PROACTIVE The best way to protect your home and family is by preparing ahead of time. MITIGATE • Keep your home in good repair. •...
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Collecting Forage Samples for Laboratory Analysis

December 5, 2018
in Counties Statewide, Farming, Forages, Livestock

Learn guidelines for collecting representative forage samples for hay, haylage, silage, fresh forage, and nitrates. With any type of fora...
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Hay, Forage, and Feed Analysis

December 13, 2022
in Counties Statewide, Forages

The Auburn University Soil, Forage & Water Testing Laboratory conducts analysis for producers' forage and feed samples. These samples ar...
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Home Soil Testing: Taking a Sample

March 22, 2019
in Counties Statewide, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Lawns, Vegetables

Every square foot of soil can be different. Soil acidity and nutrients vary across the surface of the soil and with the depth of the...
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How to Submit a Pond Weed Sample

December 3, 2018
in Counties Statewide, Fisheries

If digital photographs of a pond weed sample are not adequate and physical samples have been requested, follow these steps to ensure that th...
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How to Submit Pond Water Samples

October 24, 2018
in Counties Statewide, Fisheries, Pond Management

Learn how to submit pond water samples to be tested for total alkalinity and total hardness. Use a 16.9- to 20-ounce plastic bottle wit...
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Investing in Rural Prosperity

December 6, 2021
in Counties Statewide

Rural communities throughout the United States are vibrant places with great people, rich culture and heritage, and deep social ties. But ma...
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Nutrition Facts Labeling Services

October 4, 2021
in Counties Statewide, Food Safety, Food Testing and Labeling

The Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) states that all food intended for retail sale must have nutrition facts on the package. Food...
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Plant Diagnostic Lab Forms

July 21, 2020
in Counties Statewide, Farming, Products & Programs

The Plant Diagnostic Lab provides three major services. Plant samples are examined for disease, insect, nutrient, cultural, and herbici...
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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program: A Win-Win For Growers and Seniors

January 25, 2022
in Counties, Counties Statewide, Crop Production, Farming, Food Safety...

The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program is a win-win for both Alabama growers and seniors. The program provides eligible seniors with fr...
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