The gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) is a native turtle species that is found in 26 of Alabama’s 67 counties. Gopher tortoises are so...
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Billbugs are a group of long-snouted beetles in the weevil family (Curculionidae) that can cause extensive turf damage. The hu...
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High tunnel production can supply strawberries over an extended period and therefore offers great opportunity for increased income.
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As wheat starts drying down and harvest begins, this is the time that stink bugs start moving from wheat into corn. While stink bugs are rar...
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Broomsedge is a weedy grass people commonly find in pastures. Although not a highly competitive species, some perceive it as such ...
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Rhizoma peanut is a perennial legume with high forage yield and quality that can be planted in monoculture or in mixture with grasse...
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This persistent weed often sneaks up on producers in spring and can quickly take over a pasture. These frequen...
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Although there isn’t a consistent insect pest of seedling soybeans (like thrips in cotton), Alabama producers do have some sporadic pests ...
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Part of the Phosphorus Management series, this text details pros and cons of indices that can be used by soil and water professional...
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Plan the optimal livestock forage strategy for your operation with the help of this guide to forage selection, establishment, and ma...
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There are thousands of perennial species and cultivars to choose from. This guide gives tips on maintaining perennials that thrive in Alab...
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Orchardgrass (Dactylis glomerata L.) is a cool-season perennial bunchgrass that is best suited for hay production or grazing management syst...
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