Learn the basic chilling requirements of fruit types selected for planting. Check regional maps for Alabama’s fall and winter temp...
Read More about Fruit Culture in Alabama: Winter Chilling Requirements
The controlled environment in high tunnel systems is variable and requires daily inputs and planning during construction to effectively cont...
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A good herd health program is essential for a profitable cattle operation. Healthier, better-performing cattle ensure production of ...
Read More about Alabama Beef Quality Assurance: Managing for Good Herd Health
The Southeast offers economic and ecological advantages to developing a profitable sheep flock that include a temperate climate free...
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Vaccination programs for beef cattle herds are designed to protect the animals from diseases caused by infectious organisms such as ...
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Getting Started With Season Extension Techniques
Spurred by enthusiasm for fresh, local agricultural products, farmers are increasing the a...
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Properties of a Healthy Soil
High organic matter content
Optimal nutrients and pH for plant growth
Stable aggregates to pro...
Read More about Soil Health in Alabama
Producers increasingly rely on commercial soil testing laboratories to provide nutrient recommendations for crops. To make best-mana...
Read More about Interpreting Soil Test Reports from Commercial Labs
Important considerations for wheat producers to achieve the highest yield are the choice of varieties and planting dates. Learn the results ...
Read More about Planting Date and Variety Selection Effects on Wheat Yield
Many soils in Alabama have low levels of soil organic matter due to the warm climate, coarse-textured soils and intensive farming practices ...
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High tunnels extend the spring, fall and winter growing season in southern climates. During the summer, it can be difficult to grow anything...
Read More about Organic High Tunnel Cover Crop Soil Management
Producers have been planting legumes in crop rotations to improve soil fertility for many decades, especially in the southeastern United Sta...
Read More about Nitrogen Release from Cover Crops