Many variables go into successful production of blackberries and raspberries— from choosing the right site, variety, and planting stock to...
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Etowah County Educational Events
ServSafe for Food Service/Cottage Food Safety Certificate Course
Eat Smart Be Active/Today’s Mom
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Alabama Forestry Invitational 2023 Contest
June 2-3
Little River Canyon Center
Fort Payne, Alabama
Registration
Due May 2.
C...
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Learn more about herbicide options for suppressing tall fescue seedheads, including how to mitigate the harmful effects to livestock and the...
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As a garden plant, citrus provides a unique texture, season-long dark green foliage, a unique fragrance when in bloom, and colorful edible f...
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Wheat is the main food grain produced in the United States. The three most common types grown are winter wheat, spring wheat, and durum whea...
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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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One cowhide can make 18 soccer balls or 20 footballs. Cattle only have a bottom set of teeth, which helps them eat grass.
Beef
United Stat...
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Farmers and ranchers are working together to feed hungry families 365 days a year.
Forest Owner
Grain Farmer
Lettuce Farmer
To...
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Fresh Bread
Retail Price($/lb) – $1.30
How much are farmers paid? – $0.06 Price received by farmers ($/lb)
Iceberg Lettuce
8...
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Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours (or 1 hour if the temperature is above 90° F) and always use within 2 to 3 days. Don’t forget to lab...
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There are thousands of different varieties of tomatoes with many different shapes, sizes, colors, and flavors (sugar content).
A toma...
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