Extremely hot, dry conditions persisted in the southeastern United States during the last few months of 2023. The U.S. Drought Monitor relea...
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Some non-native plants introduced into our landscapes as ornamentals have escaped to become invasive weeds with negative impacts to our nati...
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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the primary outreach and engagement organization for the land-grant mission of Alabama A&M ...
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When corn is harvested for grain, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and other nutrients are depleted from the soil. Understanding the extent ...
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Learn key issues in planning and implementing a water-efficient landscape and know recommended drought-tolerant landscape plants.
A well-...
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You may be one handshake away from quality habitat and hunting. Learn the value of a hunting cooperative and ways to form and maintain a suc...
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In most cattle operations, the greatest expense is attributed to feeding costs. Several alternative feedstuffs can reduce overall feed costs...
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Cogongrass (Imperata cylindrica) is one of the greatest invasive plant threats in Alabama and the southeastern United States. Although it ha...
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Cogongrass is an aggressive weed that is rapidly spreading a...
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Target spot, also known as Corynespora leaf spot, is an emerging cotton disease in the southeastern United States. It is caused by the necro...
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Alabama is home to 39 species of oak trees—many of these species are well-known trees. Lesser known are several species that are smaller i...
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This start-up guide is intended to help groups and organizations initiate and sustain an urban community garden.
Why start a community gard...
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