EPA Approves New Chemical for Use in Mosquito and Insect Repellents

September 9, 2020;  Posted by: Mary Leigh Oliver AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The itchy, red whelps from mosquito bites are deeply familiar to most southerners....

Wearing a Mask: Show That You Care

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The idea of wearing a mask has been a somewhat controversial issue. Some Americans question the effectiveness that wearing a...

THANK YOU LADIES

By Cheryl Dodson September 2, 2020 When you lose a parent, there is inevitably a moment that makes you say, “I wish Mom would have...

The Best Deer Season Ever Webinar Series

Posted by: Jed Smart Are you looking to have an awesome deer season? Join Alabama Extension this September and October for The Best Deer Season Ever webinar...

Mum’s the Word

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.–With fall here, the radiant autumn colors of chrysanthemums for sale begin to line the entrances of grocery stores across Alabama. Chrysanthemums,...

How To Access Alabama Extension Virtual Programming

Bibb County Extension completed its annual Grassroots input meeting yesterday evening, in a virtual format.  Though we interact with our Grassroots Committee members regularly...

Pruning Tomatoes Can Make a Difference

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Tomatoes are a southern garden staple. Many gardeners are always looking for ways to grow a bigger, better tomato. While pruning tomatoes...

So You Want To Grow Industrial Hemp?

Maybe you’ve seen that growing industrial hemp and consuming cannabidiol (CBD oil) are legal in Alabama.  And you might say “Gosh, I’ve heard growing...

New Assistance for Alabama Agriculture Through AASP

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey recently allocated $26 million to assist Alabama agricultural producers and processors that were affected by COVID-19....

Why Do Leaves Change Colors?

November 4, 2020   Posted by: Mary Leigh Oliver AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Crisp, cool mornings and long shadows signal that fall has truly set...