Propane and natural gas are the primary heating fuels used by commercial poultry growers across Alabama and the southeastern broiler belt. H...
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Large populations of silverleaf whiteflies (Bemisia tabaci) have become more common during the fall in the southeastern United States, inclu...
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Many options and variables should be considered before going solar in your operation. Proper understanding of the key components is importan...
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Perilla mint is highly toxic when consumed by cattle, other ruminants, and horses. The entirety of the plant is toxic, with the flowering st...
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Weaning can have a lasting impact on a calf. How a producer manages calves before, during, and after weaning can have a dramatic effect on o...
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2018-21 Annual Report
Our goal with the Beginning Farmer program is to help new producers develop knowledge and critical skills...
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Weed control is one of the most important management areas of container nursery production. Weeds can significantly reduce the growth and ma...
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The success of a beef cow-calf operation depends on the number of calves produced and marketed each year. Fewer calves to market wil...
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Learn the biology, signs, and symptoms of these insect pests along with the current best practices for monitoring and managing infestations....
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Learn about the different disposal methods for dead birds, especially poultry composting. Included is guidance on building a poultry...
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Each growing season, producers must decide how and where to sell their crops. Farmers markets, grocery stores, roadside stands, and wholesal...
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High tunnel production can supply strawberries over an extended period and therefore offers great opportunity for increased income.
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