Voluntary carbon-market programs continue to draw attention across the United States. Two of the most common practices that farmers use in c...
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On January 31, 2024, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released the Jan...
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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System's animal sciences and forages team is proud to highlight livestock and forages producers that have ...
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After a few warm days, corn planters have started hitting the field in south Alabama. Corn is the first crop farmers can plant in Alabama, r...
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Blackberries can be a great crop for the home garden or for a commercial farmer. Many different types of blackberry plants are available, an...
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