Alabama Extension Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources Team
Working with a passion for enhancing the lives of Alabamians through Fores...
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Diplodia tip blight is a common fungal disease caused by Diplodia sapinea (syn. Sphaeropsis sapinea). The fungus infects more than 20 differ...
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Ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is a slow-growing woodland plant that is native to Alabama. Roots of wild ginseng have been dug for centuries ...
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Most lightning strikes will likely occur in rural forests; some will happen in urban areas. Urban trees provide numerous benefits rangin...
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Many factors go into the safe and proper operation of a chainsaw. Learn appropriate handling techniques and body positioning.
More than 3...
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A pond on your property can be an asset–not only as a place to pass time between hunting seasons, but also as a habitat enhancement for wi...
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Carbon offset programs have historically been unfeasible for many forest landowners. This document is an overview of forest carbon markets a...
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Kudzu is a classic example of a plant that was introduced with good intentions but that resulted in bad outcomes. Learn about th...
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Planting cool-season food plots for white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) and other wildlife not only provides hunting opportunities bu...
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Beaver play a crucial role in the ecosystems where they live, engineering habitat which generates a tremendous diversity of plants, animals,...
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Learn the physical characteristics, life history, habitat needs and management, food requirements, and nesting preferences of the colorful w...
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Birdwatching hasn’t always been a popular pastime. In the late 1800s most people were not interested in birding. Early ornithologists and ...
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