Explore Urban Extension Online
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama Extension) is the primary outreach and engagement organization that fulfills the land-gran...
Read More about Explore Urban Extension Online
Alabama Extension
Recent Articles
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the primary outreach organization for the land-grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University. We take these universities to the people. As educators, we are partners in every county, bringing practical ways to better homes, farms, people, and communities. Our research extends knowledge and improves lives.
-
-
Use Tax-Free Weekend to Review, Establish Severe Weather Procedures
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — As spring approaches, the threat of severe weather increases in Alabama. Tornadoes, hail and high winds associat...
Read More about Use Tax-Free Weekend to Review, Establish Severe Weather Procedures -
Walking Like a CHAMPION Challenge
ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY, Ala.—The Walking Like a CHAMPION program is partnering with the Virginia Caples Lifelong Learning Institute to...
Read More about Walking Like a CHAMPION Challenge -
Making the Best Better: Betty Gottler's Ongoing Commitment to 4-H
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Around town in Hartselle, Betty Gottler is known as the 4-H lady. It’s a fitting description given her 33 year...
Read More about Making the Best Better: Betty Gottler's Ongoing Commitment to 4-H -
Canned Foods: Saving Produce from the Culinary Graveyard
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Opening the bottom drawer of a refrigerator can sometimes be a frightening experience. Most people will admit to...
Read More about Canned Foods: Saving Produce from the Culinary Graveyard -
Alabama Plays Host to National 4-H Council
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Nearly a dozen members from National 4-H Council were beyond ready for a winter retreat in Alabama. From Feb....
Read More about Alabama Plays Host to National 4-H Council -
February is Heart Health Month
February isn't just about Sweetheart’s Day, also known as Valentine's Day. It's also American Heart Month, which makes it a time to focus ...
Read More about February is Heart Health Month -
Tax Basics for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
This brief does not contain legal or tax advice, but it provides a general overview of tax basics for business owners and entrepreneurs. Ev...
Read More about Tax Basics for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs -
Celebrate Alabama’s Official Vegetable During National Sweet Potato Month
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Growing underground even in poor soils, the sweet potato is a humble vegetable. However, this simple starch shi...
Read More about Celebrate Alabama’s Official Vegetable During National Sweet Potato Month -
High Blood Pressure: The Silent Killer
High blood pressure is also called hypertension. It is often referred to as a silent killer because it usually has no noticeable symptoms. O...
Read More about High Blood Pressure: The Silent Killer
-
Arbor Day
- Feb 21, 2026
- 07:00am - 12:00pm
- Free View Event details about Arbor Day
-
Preserve Foods Longer: Freeze Drying with Rozy Keeton
- Feb 21, 2026
- 09:00am - 11:00am
- Free View Event details about Preserve Foods Longer: Freeze Drying with Rozy Keeton
-
Home Preservation: Freeze Drying
- Feb 21, 2026
- 09:00am - 12:00pm
- Free View Event details about Home Preservation: Freeze Drying
-
Native Tree Sale
- Feb 21, 2026
- 09:00am - 12:00pm
- Free View Event details about Native Tree Sale
-
Growing Shiitake Mushrooms on Logs
- Feb 21, 2026
- 10:30am - 12:00pm
- 15.00 View Event details about Growing Shiitake Mushrooms on Logs
We Grow a Better Alabama
Programs for All
6091
educational events offered in 2024
Nutrition Education
52002
people impacted last year by
SNAP-Ed & EFNEP
Empowering Youth
111343
Alabama 4-H members in
2024-2025
Financial Aid Awareness
10000
high school seniors reached last year by Alabama FAST
Giving More
22704
pounds of produce donated in 2024
Serving You