Mourning Dove Biology & Management in Alabama

September 3, 2019
in Forestry & Wildlife, Wildlife

The mourning dove (Zenaida macroura) is arguably the most popular game bird in North America with hunters harvesting more than 16 million do...
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Landowners and Forest Inventories: Frequently Asked Questions

March 6, 2019
in Forestry, Forestry & Wildlife

Assume you just purchased a new car and have decided to sell your old vehicle yourself. What is the first thing you would do? You would de...
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Harvesting Pine Straw for Profit: Questions Landowners Should Ask Themselves

February 26, 2019
in Business Opportunities, Earning Income, Forest Business, Forest Economics & Finance, Forestry...

Production of nontimber forest products such as pine straw can be a good way for forestland owners to earn an income, especially when trad...
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Uneven-aged Management of Longleaf Pine: An Often Overlooked Option for Landowners

December 10, 2018
in Forestry, Forestry & Wildlife

Figure 1. Landowners often overlook the option of uneven-aged management of longleaf pine because they think it is too complicated. ...
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Tree Planting Contracts for Landowners: FAQs

November 28, 2018
in Forestry, Forestry & Wildlife

Before you begin replanting your land, a valid contract between you and the contractor or forest consultant is needed to protect all par...
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Common Forestry Terms for the Forest Landowner

November 28, 2018
in Forestry, Forestry & Wildlife

Without a basic understanding of forestry terms, it can be difficult to communicate with foresters or buyers of forestland or timber. Being ...
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Black Widow and Recluses

November 28, 2018
in Control, Damage Management, Forestry & Wildlife, ID, Wildlife...

Figure 1. Female black widow spider showing hourglass pattern. Avoiding Venomous Spiders of the Southeast Spiders are one ...
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Chainsaw Safety: Safety Features and Maintenance

November 13, 2020
in Forestry, Forestry & Wildlife

Each year more than 3 million chainsaws are sold in the United States to users with a variety of skills and experience. This inheren...
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Bamboo Growth and Control

November 5, 2020
in Forestry & Wildlife, Invasive Species

Many species of bamboo are difficult to control once they’ve become established. Learn options for containment and control. ...
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Gray Squirrel Management

October 20, 2020
in Forestry & Wildlife, Wildlife

Gray squirrels are an ecologically important species in Alabama. Their food caching is an important part of seed dispersal and propa...
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Controlling Rats and Mice Around Your Home

October 20, 2020
in Forestry & Wildlife, Home, Home & Family, Wildlife

Rats and mice may cause harm to humans by transmitting diseases, destroying property, and biting. Understanding the three species of...
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Eastern Bluebirds

October 20, 2020
in Forestry & Wildlife, Wildlife

Eastern bluebirds are a popular species to observe among bird enthusiast and homeowners. Preferring open areas, eastern bluebi...
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