Increasing Adoption of Climate- & Water-Smart Irrigation Practices Among Tennessee Valley Farmers in Alabama & Tennessee: Findings and Lessons Learned (2017-2021)

November 16, 2021
in Crop Production, Farming

The following is an overview of the outputs from the Increasing Adoption of Climate- & Water-Smart Irrigation Practices Among Tennessee ...
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Climate Effects on Forage and Beef Production

February 19, 2019
in Beef, Farming, Forages, Livestock, Nutrition

Beef cattle production potential is influenced in part by environmental conditions. Cattle producers should be aware of management r...
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El Niño-Southern Oscillation and Its Impact on Alabama’s Climate

August 23, 2018
in Crop Production, Farming

El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO) has a strong influence on seasonal climate variability in the Southeast. Learn about the changes in prec...
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Adapting Corn Production to Climate in Alabama

August 23, 2018
in Crop Production

Learn the risks that multiple climate scenarios impose on corn yield, as well as associated pest and diseases. Discover management strategie...
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Selection and Care of Dogwoods

May 17, 2023
in Landscaping, Lawn & Garden

The most popular spring flowering tree in Alabama is the flowering dogwood. With proper care, the dogwood adds natural beauty to the landsca...
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Vermicomposting: Worms at Work

May 1, 2023
in Landscaping, Lawn & Garden

Food scraps make up 21.6 percent (63.1 million tons) of all municipal solid waste in the United States. The Environmental Protection Agency ...
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Ecological Succession: The Natural Progression of Plant Communities Over Time

April 6, 2023
in Fire, Forestry, Forestry & Wildlife

The southeastern United States has five stages of succession identified by dominant vegetation types. Moving through each stage is gradual a...
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Soil Temperature Conditions for Vegetable Seed Germination

March 6, 2023
in Lawn & Garden, Vegetables

Several factors can restrict seed germination. While the most discussed factor is soil water availability, soil temperature is also critical...
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Bahiagrass in Alabama

January 25, 2023
in Farming, Forages, Livestock

This perennial warm-season grass is well-adapted to low soil fertility and input systems that can be used in Alabama. Achieving stan...
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Home Grounds Team Outcomes & Impacts Report 2021

January 18, 2023
in Lawn & Garden

The Alabama Extension Home Grounds team supports homeowners with science-based projects about planning, planting, and caring for gardens and...
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Forest Carbon Markets and Programs

November 30, 2022
in Forestry, Forestry & Wildlife

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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New Farmer’s Guide to the Commercial Broiler Industry: Farm Types & Estimated Business Returns

October 20, 2022
in Farming, Poultry

Before purchasing or building a commercial contract poultry farm, growers need to understand key aspects of the industry to make essential b...
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