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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What is a watershed?
A watershed is an area of land through which rainwater drains by flowing across, through, or under the soil surface to...
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Houseplants make a great addition to any space in your home and can help create an attractive, restful environment that enhances your sense ...
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What is basal bark treatment?
Basal bark herbicide treatment is a control method in which an oil soluble herbicide is mixed with an oil car...
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Learn the pros and cons of calving during certain seasons of the year.
Determining the best time of year to calve first requires an opera...
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2022-2023 Educational Event Highlights
ServSafe Food Safety/Cottage Foods
Farm-City
Forestry Program
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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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The grape root borer is found throughout the eastern United States—from Pennsylvania to Ohio, but it is much more prevalent in souther...
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Pawpaw is an intriguing native fruit in the custard apple family. Most members of the family are tropical, but there are a handful of native...
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General Description
Maypop (Passiflora incarnata)–also known as the purple passion flower–is a widespread native vine in the passion fl...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The Grow More, Give More (GMGM) project—led by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System home grounds, gardens ...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — For some people pets are like family. They provide love and support that is important for a family bond. The sam...
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