Alabama Cooperative Extension System

Cottage Food Law Course - Dothan 5/7
2025-05-07 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Houston County Extension Office, 1699 Ross Clark Circle, Dothan, AL, 36301, US
This course meets the food safety training requirement of the ADPH for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home as a Cottage Food Business. The course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, what foods can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements, and food safety recommendations for the cottage food operator. The certification is good for 3 years. You must register before coming to class. The course is non-refundable but transferable to another date.
Address:
Houston County Extension Office
1699 Ross Clark Circle
Dothan, AL
Contact:
Bridgette Brannon
huttobf@auburn.edu
(334) 714-1248
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Arborists Review - Fairhope 5/8 & 5/9
2025-05-08 08:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-09 08:00 - 16:30 | Gulf Coast Research & Extension Center, 8300 HWY 104, Fairhope, AL, 36532, US
A two-day workshop covering all 16 chapters of the ISA Certified Arborists Guide. This program is meant to assist in the preparation for the International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist’s exam.
It is also a good refresher for current Certified Arborists seeking Continuing Education Units to support their credentials with the ISA.
Anyone interested in the science and art of tree care will find the workshop informative and interesting as it covers biology, identification, pest and diseases, pruning, tree selection and design, urban forestry, tree worker safety, and the business of tree care.
Location:
Gulf Coast Research & Extension Center
8300 Highway 104
Fairhope, AL 36532
Contact:
Jack Rowe
wjr0001@auburn.edu
(251) 589-5572
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Cottage Food Law Course - Anniston 5/8
2025-05-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Calhoun County Extension Office, 1702 Noble Street, Suite 108, Anniston, AL, 36201, US
This course meets the food safety training requirement of the ADPH for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home as a Cottage Food Business. The course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, what foods can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements, and food safety recommendations for the cottage food operator. The certification is good for 3 years. You must register before coming to class. The course is non-refundable but transferable to another date.
Address:
Calhoun County Extension Office
1702 Noble St
Anniston, AL 36201
Contact:
Dani Reams
acr0087@auburn.edu
(256) 368-1694
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Eco-Friendly Friday Environmental Series
2025-05-09 11:00 - 11:45
Join us on the second Friday of each month to learn about our environment, ways to help safeguard human, animal, and environmental health, and ways to reduce your ecological footprint. Whether you are an educator, environmental professional, or nature-lover, tune in to discover how to be a better steward of the environment. Registration is required.
Sessions include:
May 9- Five Pollinators You Should Know, with Urban Extension Agent Allyson Shabel
August 8- Trees for the Urban Landscape, with Alabama Urban Forestry Association Director Fredd Kapp
September 12- Fifteen Tried and True Native Plants for North Alabama, with AAMU Herbarium Curator Lynne Weninegar
October 10- How and Why Pruning Shapes Trees Over Time, with Urban Extension Agent Joel Potter
November 14- Winter Bird Feeding, with Urban Extension Agent Dr. Roosevelt Robinson
Location:
http://www.aces.edu/go/EcoFriendlyFridays
Contact:
Allyson Shabel
ams0137@aces.edu
(256) 612-6766
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Beekeeping Skills - Regional Queen Rearing Workshop - Morgan County Extension Office 5/10
2025-05-10 08:00 - 16:30 | Morgan County Extension Office, 3120 AL HWY 36 W, Hartselle, AL, 35640, US
Did you know that Alabama was a queen production hub back in the days? Our state offers great climatic conditions for successful queen production early in the beekeeping season. Join us for a regional workshop to learn about how to produce queens through grafting.
Our goal is for you to develop the necessary beekeeping skills to produce high-quality queens, for both your own operation and other beekeepers in Alabama. We invite you to a full day of learning and hands-on practice.
We will begin bright and early with presentations on the benefits of producing your own queens, and successful techniques to do so. The afternoon will be spent in the apiary, where you will have the chance to practice everything you heard in the morning. There is a $40 registration fee to cover copies of the “Queen rearing essentials” book by Lawrence J. Connor, grafting tools and lunch.
Address:
Morgan County Extension Office
3120 AL-36
Hartselle, AL 35640
Contact:
Selina Bruckner
szb0130@auburn.edu
(334) 329-2675
Note: Must have at least one year of beekeeping experience to attend the workshop.
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ServSafe - Phenix City 5/12 & 5/13
2025-05-12 09:00 - 2025-05-13 16:00 | Russell County Extension Office, 508 14th Street, Phenix City, AL, 36867, US
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirement of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Seating is limited.
9EST/8CST – 4EST/3CST
Address:
Russell County Extension Office
508 14th Street
Phenix City, AL 36867
Contact:
Janet Johnson
johns16@auburn.edu
(334) 703-2237
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ServSafe - Talladega 5/12 & 5/13
2025-05-12 09:30 - 2025-05-13 16:00 | Talladega County Extension Office, 132 N. Court St., Talladega, AL, 35160, US
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirement of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Seating is limited.
Address:
Talladega County Extension Office
132 Court Street North
Talladega, AL 35160
Contact:
Dani Reams
acr0087@auburn.edu
(256) 368-1694
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ServSafe - Scottsboro 5/12 & 5/13
2025-05-12 10:00 - 2025-05-13 16:30 | Jackson County Health Department, Jackson County Health Department, Scottsboro, AL, 35769, US
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirement of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Seating is limited.
Address:
Jackson County Health Department
204 Liberty Lane
Scottsboro, AL 35769
Contact:
Christy Mendoza
cnm0012@auburn.edu
(205) 217-6495
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Cottage Food Law Course - Phenix City 5/12
2025-05-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Russell County Extension Office, 508 14th Street, Phenix City, AL, 36867, US
This course meets the food safety training requirement of the ADPH for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home as a Cottage Food Business. The course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, what foods can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements, and food safety recommendations for the cottage food operator. The certification is good for 3 years. You must register before coming to class. The course is non-refundable but transferable to another date.
Address:
Russell County Extension Office
508 14th Street
Phenix City, AL 36867
Contact:
Janet Johnson
johns16@auburn.edu
(334) 703-2237
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Maintenance and Management of Landscape Trees - Columbus, GA 5/13
2025-05-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Trees Columbus, 303 12th Street, Columbus, GA, 30902, United States
Trees are an important part of the urban landscape and we need to know how to properly plant and maintain them. This workshop is a great opportunity for homeowners and tree care professionals to learn about tree species selection, tree planting and maintenance and tree pruning. This event will also include a guided tree walk in Uptown Columbus, GA.
*ISA CEUs will be offered to Certified Arborists
Address:
Trees Columbus
303 12th Street
Columbus, GA 30902
Contact:
Dr. Georgios Arseniou and Jennifer Davidson
gza0041@auburn.edu
(334) 298-6845
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ServSafe - Russellville 5/13 & 5/14
2025-05-13 09:00 - 2025-05-14 15:00 | Franklin County Extension Office, 410 N. Jackson Ave., Russellville, AL, 35653, United States
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirement of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Seating is limited.
Address:
Franklin County Extension Office
410 N. Jackson Ave
Russellville, AL 35653
Contact:
Susan Hill
hillaps@auburn.edu
(205) 489-5376
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Plant Propagation Workshop: Perennials for the Landscape - Moulton 5/13
2025-05-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Moulton Lions Club, 455 School Street, Moulton, AL, 35650, US
Join the Lawrence County Extension Office for this hands on workshop to learn the best way to propagate plants from cuttings. Each participant will leave with cuttings of perennials to take home for rooting as well as all the information they need to grow them successfully into plants for the landscape. Class is limited to 15 participants.
Registration Required, $10 materials fee.
Location:
Moulton Lions Club
455 School Street
Moulton
Contact:
Allyson Shabel
ams0137@auburn.edu
(256) 612-6766
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Cottage Food Law Course - Online 5/13
2025-05-13 10:00 - 12:30
This course meets the food safety training requirement of the ADPH for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home as a Cottage Food Business. The course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, what foods can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements, and food safety recommendations for the cottage food operator. The certification is good for 3 years. You must register before coming to class. The online course is non-refundable and non-transferable. The online class will not accept transfers from in-person registrations. This online course will require a computer or access to a computer. The class will begin at 10:00 am and end at 12:30 pm. This will be the last Cottage Food Law class via zoom before the online course launches.
Address:
Online
Zoom link sent in confirmation email
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Contact:
Bridgette Brannon
huttobf@auburn.edu
(334) 714-1248
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Cottage Food Law Course - Russellville 5/13
2025-05-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Franklin County Extension Office, 410 N. Jackson Ave., Russellville, AL, 35653, United States
This course meets the food safety training requirement of the ADPH for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home as a Cottage Food Business. The course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, what foods can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements, and food safety recommendations for the cottage food operator. The certification is good for 3 years. You must register before coming to class. The course is non-refundable but transferable to another date.
Address:
Franklin County Extension Office
410 N. Jackson Ave.
Russellville, AL 35653
Contact:
Susan Hill
hillaps@auburn.edu
(205) 489-5376
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Boosting Soil Health and Fertility - Gadsden 5/13
2025-05-13 17:00 - 20:30 | Etowah Alfa Building, 125 Broad St, Gadsden, AL, 35901, United States
Join us in Etowah County for our Soil Health and Fertility Workshop. This event will focus on factors of poor soil health, soil testing techniques, soil management practices, how to read a soil test, and hay vs pasture nutrient requirements. Please RSVP by May 9th by calling or texting 334.870.9219.
Location:
Etowah Alfa Building
125 Broad St
Gadsden AL 35901
Contact:
Jenna Schmidt
jrs0283@aces.edu
(334) 870-9219

Beef Systems Short Course - Grove Hill 4/29, 5/6, Chatom 5/13, 5/20
2025-05-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-20 18:00 - 20:00
Producers new to the cattle business should attend the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Beef Systems Short Course. This multi-night lecture series is geared toward new and limited-experience producers and covers the fundamentals of beef production. Over four nights, producers will learn critical information on profitable beef production.
Producers can take the course at different regional meeting locations across the state. Producers should select the location and dates most convenient for them. There is a $40 registration fee, and all participants will receive a copy of the Alabama Extension publication Alabama Beef Handbook.
Address:
April 29th 6-8 PM
May 6th 6-8 PM
Grove Hill United Methodist Church
104 Dubose Ave
Grove Hill, AL 36451
Address:
May 13th 6-8 PM
May 20th 6-8 PM
Sherriff’s Training System
17256 Jordan Street
Chatom, AL 36518
Contact:
Taylor Evans
tle0012@auburn.edu
(251) 654-7149
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Back 2 Basics Gardening Series - Online
2025-05-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Online, Online, AL
Join the Urban Home Grounds Team on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 10 AM CT to learn the basics of home horticulture in Alabama.
Sessions include:
March 12- Routine Lawn Maintenance, with M. Garner
March 26- Composting Essentials, with B. Lubresky
April 9- Five Tips for Growing a More Productive Vegetable Garden, with A. Shabel
April 23- TBA
May 14- Natural Farming Practices, with B. Lubresky
May 28- TBA
June 11- I Want It and I Want it NOW: Practicing Patience in the Landscape, with J. Potter
June 25- What’s My Climate Zone?, with H. Jackson
Location:
Online
Contact:
Allyson Shabel
ams0137@aces.edu
(256) 612-6766
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Right Bite - Brown Bag Lunch Series - Opelika 5/14
2025-05-14 11:30 - 12:30 | Lee County Extension Office, 600 S. 7th Street, Suite 4, Opelika, AL, 36801, US
We will host a series of classes to learn more about healthy eating tips such as reading nutrition labels, modifying recipes, the truth about fats and carbohydrates; as well as sample some foods that will be prepared during the class session.
Address:
Lee County Extension Office
600 S 7th St, Suite 4
Opelika, AL 36801
Contact:
Regina Meadows
rbm0051@auburn.edu
(334) 752-2817
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Cottage Food Law Course - Scottsboro 5/15
2025-05-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Jackson County Extension Office, 27115 John T. Reid Parkway, Scottsboro, AL, 35768, US
This course meets the food safety training requirement of the ADPH for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home as a Cottage Food Business. The course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, what foods can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements, and food safety recommendations for the cottage food operator. The certification is good for 3 years. You must register before coming to class.
Address:
Jackson County Extension Office
27115 John T Reid Pkwy
Scottsboro, AL 35768
Contact:
Kim Cagle
kkc0014@auburn.edu
(256) 574-2143
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Resources for Beginning Farmers - Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer - Cullman 5/15
2025-05-15 18:00 - 20:00 | North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Tally Ho Street, Cullman, AL, 35055, US
Is their funding to farm? Join us for this workshop to find out what financial, educational and other resources are available for small and beginning farmers. The workshop will feature representatives from USDA agencies, Alabama Extension, RC&D and cover other grant funding opportunities.
The workshop is free, and a light supper will be provided.
Online registration is required.
If you have accessibility needs, contact the Cullman County Extension Office by May 1, 2025.
This workshop series is co-hosted by Alabama Extension-Cullman County and the North Alabama Agriplex. It is sponsored by Alabama Farmers Cooperative, Operation Grow, and USDA-NRCS.
Location:
North Alabama Agriplex
1714 Talley Ho Street
Cullman, AL 35055
Contact:
Kira Sims
kira.sims@auburn.edu
(256) 737-9386
Registration is closed.

Homesteading Basics - Prattville 5/16
2025-05-16 08:30 - 16:00 | Central Alabama Community College – Prattville Campus, 1320 Old Ridge Rd E, Prattville, 36066, United States
Join us for a day of learning about homesteading and extend your knowledge in various topics related to homesteading. This workshop is designed for homesteaders, beginner farmers, established farmers looking to diversify, horticulture enthusiasts, and everyone in between.
Topics will include Backyard Bees, Getting Started with Poultry, Soil and Plant Nutrition, Meat Sciences, Marketing for Farmers’ Markets, Fruits and Vegetable Production, Sourdough Bread, and the Art of Sausage Making with a Breakfast Sandwich on the Homestead.
Youth ages 5 and up – We have some great activities scheduled for you while your parents are learning! Join us for some fun activities, hands-on learning, and show and tell.
Registration includes lunch. Please email Lucy Ellington with any specific food or accommodation requests by Monday, May 12, 2025. 8:30 registration, program from 9-4PM.
$30 – Individual
$50 – Family
Address:
Central Alabama Community College – Prattville Campus
1320 Old Ridge Rd E
Prattville, AL 36066
Contact:
Lucy Ellington
lee0003@auburn.edu
(334) 329-1672
Registration full.

Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological & Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Auburn 5/16
2025-05-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Mary Olive Thomas Demonstration Forest, Moores Mill Rd, Auburn, AL, 36830, United States
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Auburn
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
What is Water Chemistry Monitoring?
What is Bacteriological Monitoring?
Professional Development Hours will be available through PowerSchool for educators who complete training. For more information, please email awwprog@auburn.edu.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by April 28th, 2025.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On April 28th
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.
Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.
By Midnight on May 14th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.
Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)
On May 16th
Attend the in-person Field Day in Auburn, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer. Participants will be expected to follow CDC guidelines regarding in-person gatherings during the training.
Location: Mary Olive Thomas Demonstration Forest (MOT)
3319 Moores Mill Rd
Auburn, AL 36830
Tentative Field Day Schedule:
9 am – Bacteriological Monitoring Session
12 noon – Lunch Break
1 pm – Water Chemistry Monitoring Session
4 pm – End of Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
Register Here: aub.ie/AWW_AU_2025
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.
Address:
Mary Olive Thomas Demonstration Forest (MOT)
3319 Moores Mill Rd
Auburn, AL 36830
Contact:
Alabama Water Watch
awwprog@auburn.edu
(334) 844-4785
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Recreational Fish Pond Workshop - Headland 5/17
2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Wiregrass Research and Extension Center, P.O Box 217, Headland, AL, 36345, US
Recreational Fish Pond Meeting and Pond side demonstrations
Address:
Wiregrass Research and Extension Center
167 State Hwy 134 E
Headland, AL 36345
Contact:
James Jones
jonesja@auburn.edu
(334) 585-6416
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ServSafe - Moody 5/19 & 5/20
2025-05-19 10:00 - 2025-05-20 16:00 | Moody City Hall, 670 Park Avenue, Moody, 35004, United States
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirement of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Seating is limited.
Address:
Moody City Hall
670 Park Avenue
Moody, AL 35004
Contact:
Dani Reams
acr0087@auburn.edu
(256) 368-1694
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Soothing Salves - Wedowee 5/19
2025-05-19 13:30 - 14:30 | First United Methodist Church, Wedowee, 106 W. Broad Street, Wedowee, United States
Discover the roots of your food and medicine with Mandy Pearson, Program Director for Camp Lee. Dive into the rich tradition of Appalachian folk medicine, where plants have long been used to soothe stomach aches, relieve headaches, reduce fevers, and much more. Join us for an enlightening journey through the art and science of herbal remedies and enjoy learning how to make soothing salves harvested right here in Clay and Randolph Counties. Learn, sample, and embrace a timeless skill through Appalachian Soothing Salves
Address:
East Central Alabama Master Gardener Association
First United Methodist Church Fellowship hall
106 W. Broad Street
Wedowee, AL
Contact:
Sheila Bolen
dogfacesoldier@gmail.com
(256) 357-2847
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ServSafe - Tuscumbia 5/20 & 5/21
2025-05-20 09:00 - 2025-05-21 15:00 | Colbert County Extension Office, 201 N. Main Street, Tuscumbia, United States
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirement of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Seating is limited.
Address:
Colbert County Extension Office
201 N. Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL
Contact:
Susan Hill
hillaps@auburn.edu
(205) 489-5376
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ServSafe - Butler 5/20 & 5/21
2025-05-20 09:00 - 2025-05-21 16:00 | Choctaw County Extension Office, 218 S. Hamburg St., Butler, AL, 36904, US
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirement of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Seating is limited.
Address:
Choctaw County Extension Office
218 S Hamburg Ave.
Butler, AL 36904
Contact:
Alice Moore
amm0167@auburn.edu
(334) 216-0738
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Dig In & Discover: "Bees, Blueberries, Citrus, OH My!" - Fairhope 5/20
2025-05-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Gulf Coast Research and Extension Center, 8300 Hwy 104, Fairhope, AL, 36532, US
Discover the Future of Horticultural and Research!
We are excited to invite you to a special event showcasing the groundbreaking horticultural research conducted by Auburn University at the Gulf Coast Research and Extension Center. This is a unique opportunity to explore innovative projects and meet the brilliant minds behind them.
Event Highlights:
Southern Highbush Blueberry Trial: Explore experimental advanced hybrid selections to find the best cultivar for the Alabama Gulf Coast.
Kiwifruit Variety Trial: Discover the latest advancements in kiwifruit cultivation in the United States.
Christmas Tree Trial: Learn how Auburn optimizes fertilizer rates for Christmas tree production.
Hybrid Citrus Variety Trial: See the promising hybrid citrus varieties being tested for optimal growth and yield.
Plus who can forget the Bees! We will learn the importance of Bees to crops and how researchers and beekeepers are working with Bees.
Why Attend?
Gain insights into research that is shaping the future of farming crops we enjoy consuming.
Discover practical applications that can benefit your work and community.
Simple enjoy an evening touring the farm to see some of the interesting research happening with other great folks from the community.
Address:
Gulf Coast Research and Extension Center
8300 State Highway 104
Fairhope, AL 36532
Contact:
Sarah Butterworth
sfb0010@auburn.edu
(251) 937-7176
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