The Alabama Extension ForestHER workshop series was created with women landowners in mind. These workshops are an opportunity for women land...
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Forests are constantly changing. How forests grow varies based on species composition, age of the forest/trees, space to grow, and timin...
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Eastern baccharis is a showy, often ornamental bush native to the Coastal Plain. Within pine plantations and pasturelands, however, it is an...
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Prescribed fire is a safe way to apply a natural process, ensure ecosystem health, and reduce wildfire risk. The Alabama Cooperative Extensi...
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Nonpoint source pollution (NPSP) can be a concern on active and recently completed timber harvests. Erosion is the top NPSP pollutant associ...
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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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Ask any ecologist and they will tell you that planting native species in yards and gardens is crucial. However, you may wonder what constitu...
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Japanese climbing fern is a noxious weed that can cause ecological and economic damage. Knowing its characteristics and effective removal me...
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More than 220,000 white-tail deer are harvested in Alabama each year. This equates to roughly 5.5 million pounds of venison making its way t...
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Proper habitat management is the backbone of wildlife management. When creating wildlife habitat, it is critical to provide all necessary re...
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Invasive species are a growing problem in Alabama. Some invasive species, like kudzu or privet, have a wide distribution and can be found in...
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Canada geese can quickly become a nuisance to those living and working near ponds and other water sources. Knowing the options and regulatio...
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