The Urban Difference is an annual report of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System at Alabama A&M University.
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Have you ever imagined that you were a famous pastry chef? You stand in front of an audience, using your knowledge and creativity to prepare...
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The purpose of 4-H is to assist youth in realizing their potential and to help them develop a positive self image. Through learning by doing...
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4-H builds life skills by leading hands-on projects in areas like science, health, agriculture, and citizenship–helping them to grow confi...
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How can I keep “bad” bugs out of my garden and attract “good” bugs? How can I control slugs and other soil insect pests? What insect...
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Woodworking is a great tradition. Wood is perfect for building everything from houses to hat racks. It can be painted or you can show off it...
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Learn the characteristics of various St. Augustinegrass cultivars along with requirements for grass establishment, maintenance, and control ...
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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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Learn eight steps to ensure healthy and thriving plants—from analyzing the site and choosing the right plants to mulching and watering. In...
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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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Fresh produce growers should be aware of food safety risks when using water for crop production. This publication provides information regar...
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Southern root-knot nematodes can cause significant economic damage to sweet potato crops. Learn how to recognize their damage, distribut...
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