Alabama Extension Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources Team
Working with a passion for enhancing the lives of Alabamians through Fores...
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This list of shellfish seed suppliers was compiled by Alabama Extension and is based on best available information. It is not an endorsement...
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Alabama’s shellfish aquaculture industry produces oysters (Crassostrea virginica) through off-bottom farming using adjustable long-line an...
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Learn recommendations for weed management and tips for preventing weed infestation. Also included are a table of recommended weed species th...
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Moving Water From Rooftop To Rain Barrel
Gutter or no gutter, you can still harvest rainwater from your rooftop. Gutters are an easy transp...
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Painting Your Barrel
Many options exist to get creative with your rain barrel. You may decide to paint your barrel, grow plants around ...
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1 Giacalone et al. 2011. Rainwater Harvesting for Homeowners. Clemson Public Service, Carolina Clear. www.clemson.edu/extension/carolinaclea...
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Low-cost salt mixtures can serve as an alternative to commercial sea salts during the low-salinity acclimation process of Pacific white shri...
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Catfish farming is an important industry for the economy of Alabama. Success requires diagnosis and treatment of the diseases that a...
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Objective: You will learn how to install a rain garden and why installing a rain garden has a positive impact on your envi...
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With your location decided and design constraints considered, you can begin sizing your rain garden. Generally, rain gardens are siz...
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Defining Rain Garden Boundaries
The first step is to outline (with string or spray paint) the parameter of your rain garden. This...
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