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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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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When designing a fruitful landscape with minimal effort or incorporating a fruit tree into a landscape for a first-time gardener, selecting ...
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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System Home Grounds team supports homeowners with science-based projects about planning, planting, and car...
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The prevalence of voluntary carbon markets has increased in the past several years. Carbon markets pay farmers for adopting practices, s...
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Most fruit trees live and produce for 10 to 40 years. Berry and grape plants usually produce from 1 to 20 years. An orchard, therefore, requ...
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Alabama’s shellfish aquaculture industry produces oysters (Crassostrea virginica) through off-bottom farming using adjustable long-line an...
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2023 Shelby County Educational Events
ServSafe for Food Service
Cottage Food Safety Certificate Course
Master Gardeners
Restri...
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Accurate quantification of urban forest carbon stocks is required for cities to participate in forest carbon markets. Traditional method...
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