Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a fatal neurodegenerative disease affecting cervids such as deer. Knowing the causes and symptoms to look f...
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Outcomes
Youth develop positive interests and attitudes about animal science and related careers.
Youth gain a base of knowledge of ...
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All Alabama 4-H age youth (9–18) in good standing are eligible to compete. Junior and Senior contestants will compete in separate age divi...
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are emerging organic contaminants known as “forever chemicals” due to their widespread applic...
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The Alabama Cottage Food Law went into effect in 2014 and was revised in 2021. The law states that individuals can produce certain nonhazard...
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In 2023, 322 million pounds of catfish were processed in the southeast United States—about three million pounds below the 5-year average. ...
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US farm-raised catfish is among the top 10 seafoods consumed in the United States. It is a healthy and sustainable food option...
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Water is considered the most critical nutrient in beef cattle diets. Cattle diets are balanced for energy, protein, vita...
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Increasingly, middle and high school students are using electronic cigarettes at an alarming rate. In response to this issue, Escape Vapes w...
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Thank you for offering to help young people grow and learn. Your involvement is important to 4-H and our young people.
This application i...
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Progress in elderberry breeding and management research has opened new possibilities for Alabama farmers to grow this historically consumed ...
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Understanding the amount of sunlight your garden receives is crucial for successful plant growth and landscape design. Whether you are plann...
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