The Culture of Camellias: The State Flower of Alabama

February 25, 2019
in Landscaping, Lawn & Garden

The camellia has long been a pampered and cherished plant, considered more delicate and difficult to grow than it really is. Gardene...
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Personal Protective Equipment PPE Video Glossary

February 25, 2019
in Worker Protection

Absorbent: The movement of a chemical into plants, animals (including humans), microorganisms, or soil. Absorption: The movement of a che...
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Fruit Culture in Alabama: Winter Chilling Requirements

February 21, 2019
in Crop Production, Farming

Learn the basic chilling requirements of fruit types selected for planting. Check regional maps for Alabama’s fall and winter temp...
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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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Management Considerations Rye Cover Crop Production

February 18, 2019
in Cover Crops, Cover Crops, Farming, Healthy Soils

Cover crops are an investment much like any other input for agricultural operations. In order for producers to maximize their return...
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Nutrient Content and Composition of Poultry Litter

February 8, 2019
in Farming, Poultry

Poultry litter can be a nutritionally rich fertilizer for forages and row crops. But not all litter is created equal. Learn the benefits of ...
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A Pictorial Comparison of Seasonal Timing and Frequency of Prescribed Fire in Longleaf Pine Stands

February 6, 2019
in Fire

When using prescribed fire in longleaf pine stands, land managers should consider using more frequent growing season fires. Following is a s...
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Water Requirements of Beef Cattle

February 5, 2019
in Beef, Farming, Livestock, Nutrition

Water is considered the most critical nutrient in beef cattle diets. Cattle diets are balanced for energy, protein, vitamins, and mi...
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Drought Sales of Livestock

February 5, 2019
in Beef, Farm Management, Livestock, Management

Farming is a business that is difficult to manage. Many factors are beyond the control of the farmer. One problem with farming is th...
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Winter Storms

January 28, 2019
in Emergency Handbook, Home & Family, Products & Programs

Winter storms can range from a moderate snow over a few hours to a blizzard with blinding, wind-driven snow that lasts for several days. Som...
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Moms to Be: Physical Activity and Pregnancy

January 18, 2019
in Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)

Keeping active while pregnant can be both psychologically and physically beneficial. Labor and delivery are very stressful on the body; it w...
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Cold Injury to Ornamental and Fruit Trees

January 16, 2019
in Lawn & Garden

Learn to recognize and then alleviate the effects that cold weather can have on ornamental and fruit trees. Ornamental and fruit ...
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