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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider.

12/17/2024

The Alabama Extension team at Auburn University got into the holiday spirit with our annual holiday party and door decorating contest—and guess who made a surprise visit? Santa himself... aka our Director, Dr. Mike Phillips! 🎅🏼😉

From creating fun decorations to spreading cheer, it’s always a blast to celebrate the holidays with this amazing team!

12/17/2024

We see that Alabama Extension name tag you’re rocking!!! 😉💙💚

12/16/2024

Talladega County farmers Clay Campbell and Jeremy Wilson swept the competition in the inaugural Auburn University Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) program, taking home 1st place in both Highest Input Use Efficiency and Highest Net Return.

The TAPS competition brought farmers, researchers, and Extension specialists together to test crop management strategies, proving that collaboration drives progress for Alabama agriculture.

Talladega County farmers Clay Campbell and Jeremy Wilson took home top prize in an inaugural farmer competition.

12/14/2024

Happy National Alabama Day! Did you know that Alabama became the 22nd state on Dec. 14, 1819? Today we celebrate the beautiful state we call home – from our rich history to our delicious local foods. Alabama has so much to offer, and Live Well Alabama is here to help you make the most of it!

Let’s honor our state by making healthy choices and staying active together! 🌟

12/13/2024

Fresh citrus season is here! Alabama’s backyard citrus growers are reaping the rewards of satsumas, kumquats, and Meyer lemons just in time for the holidays. From fragrant blooms to juicy fruit, citrus adds beauty and flavor to your garden! 🍋🌱💛

Did you know satsumas are the most cold-hardy sweet citrus? Or that kumquats can handle temps as low as 15°F? Whether you’re sharing fruit with friends or whipping up marmalade, there’s so much to love about growing citrus at home!

12/13/2024

Deck the halls with nature's beauty this holiday season!🎄

Bring a touch of outdoor charm to your holiday decor with materials from your own backyard—think pinecones, magnolia pods, cotton bolls, and fresh greenery.

Gather your supplies, get creative, and bring a little bit of the outdoors inside!

12/11/2024

It might be winter, but it’s never too early to prep for spring! 🌱❄️

Give your soil the attention it deserves by sending a sample to the Auburn University Soil Testing Lab. For just $10, you’ll get the scoop on your soil’s nutrients and composition—everything you need to help your garden thrive come this spring.

Stop by your local Extension office for forms and sample boxes, then get testing! Future-you (and your garden) will thank you.

All customers can submit samples to the Auburn University Soil, Forage & Water Testing Laboratory for analysis. Routine soil analyses, as well as more advanced testing, are available.

12/10/2024

Holiday card season is here! Don’t let blurry photos or “Happy Holidys” send your card straight to the naughty list. 🎄

Keep your greetings merry, bright, and typo-free with these simple tips! ⬇️ Check out our full list of tips here: https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/home-family/how-to-sleigh-your-holiday-card/

12/09/2024

It's the age-old holiday debate: real or fake Christmas trees? 🌟🎄

Do you love the fresh pine scent of a real tree, or do you prefer the convenience of an artificial one? Cast your vote in the comments! ⬇️

12/06/2024

Alabama 4-H brings Ag innovation to the national stage! 🌱🤖

Austin Blankenship and Tyler Thompson wowed educators at the 2024 AITC Conference with a lesson plan combining robotics, coding, and farming. Their innovative approach sparked excitement about ag literacy and STEM—and even inspired attendees to bring the idea back to their classrooms!

Way to represent Alabama 4-H and lead the charge in advancing ag literacy and STEM education. Learn more about their impactful presentation here: https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/4h/alabama-4-h-brings-new-ideas-to-2024-national-ag-in-the-classroom-conference/.

12/05/2024

Mistletoe: Romantic Tradition or Nature’s Frenemy? ✨🎄

Did you know the iconic mistletoe has a not-so-jolly side? While it’s known for sparking kisses under its sprigs, it’s actually a parasitic plant that takes water and nutrients from trees.

Planning to decorate with the real deal? 🎁 Just keep it out of reach of kids and pets—it’s toxic when ingested!

Learn the full story behind mistletoe below!

At Christmastime, people may know mistletoe to be a natural ornament for the holiday. However, mistletoe in its natural form is parasitic.

12/04/2024

December's Grow More, Give More Harvest of the Month is cabbage! 🥗🥬

Find growing instructions as well as yummy recipes that use cabbage at https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/lawn-garden/december-grow-more-give-more-harvest-of-the-month/.

12/03/2024

Did you know your poinsettias can thrive all year long? With a little care, these festive favorites can keep their vibrant charm well beyond the holidays. ❤️🤍💚

From watering tips to light tricks, we’ve got the secrets to making them last. 🌿 Click the link to learn how to keep your poinsettias happy year-round! https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/lawn-garden-urban/caring-for-poinsettias-all-year/.

12/02/2024

When traditional farm visits aren’t an option, our SNAP-Ed agent Desiree Hutcherson-Bates brings the farm to the students! 🐝🐐🍅

Barrett Elementary third and fourth graders explored hands-on agriculture, healthy eating, and physical activity through a Farm-to-School Walking Field Trip—complete with interactive stations, farm animals, a mini farmer's market, and more.

👉 Discover how this innovative approach is inspiring healthy habits and agricultural curiosity: https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/home-family/farm-to-school-walking-field-trip-brings-agriculture-to-barrett-elementary/.

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from Alabama Extension!

Today, we’re pausing to reflect on what we’re most thankful for—our amazing Alabama communities and the chance to make a difference every day.

From our Alabama Extension family to yours, we wish you a Thanksgiving filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of turkey! 🦃💛

11/26/2024

Ready to roast the perfect bird? Our friends at Live Well Alabama have all the tips you need for a safe and delicious Thanksgiving feast!

Cooking Time! Set your oven to at least 325 F to roast your turkey. Cooking times vary based on weight.
• 8 to 12 lbs: 2¾ to 3 hours
• 12 to 14 lbs: 3 to 3¾ hours
• 14 to 18 lbs: 3¾ to 4¼ hours
• 18 to 20 lbs: 4¼ to 4½ hours
• 20 to 24 lbs: 4½ to 5 hours

Don’t forget the thermometer! Your turkey needs to reach a minimum internal temperature of 165F in the thickest part of the breast, thigh, and wing. Even if your bird has a pop-up timer, always double-check!

It’s best to cook your stuffing separately! Cooking it inside the turkey can make it harder to reach safe temperatures.

Read more Turkey Tips here: https://www.aces.edu/go/4635

11/25/2024

Let’s talk turkey! Thanksgiving is almost here, so when should you grab your bird? Here's the scoop:

🛒 Frozen Turkeys: Prices are lower than last year—shop early for the best deals and selection!

🌟 Fresh Turkeys: Supplies might be tighter, so plan ahead if you’re going fresh (or check out local farms for amazing options).

💡 Pro Tip: Watch for last-minute grocery store deals—they love to surprise us with turkey steals!

⚠️ Heads Up: Bird flu could shake things up, so keep your options open and grab what works best for your feast.

🍴 Ready to prep like a pro? Get all the turkey tips here 👉 https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/farming/shopping-for-the-thanksgiving-turkey/.

One of the biggest items than people may need to plan for is the star of the Thanksgiving table, the turkey. But how early should you shop for a turkey to get the best price and selection this year?

11/22/2024

What a day! The 3rd Annual Alabama Extension Chili Cook-Off at Duncan Hall was a huge success, and we’re still savoring the excitement (and the chili)! 🌶️🔥

Thank you to our wonderful staff who made this event such a flavorful celebration!

We already can’t wait to see what’s cooking next year!

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The 2024 Marble Bowl is here! Auburn vs. Alabama – but with a twist! Get outdoors, grab the iNaturalist app, and join the friendly rivalry by documenting Alabama's incredible biodiversity. From plants to wildlife, every observation counts. 📱🦋🐢 Whether you’re team Auburn or Alabama, anyone can be a citizen scientist—no degree needed! Just snap a pic, log it in iNaturalist, and watch the scoreboard update. Let’s celebrate Alabama’s natural beauty while making a real impact! Join the Marble Bowl project on iNaturalist to get started: inaturalist.org 🌍 #MarbleBowl #iNaturalist #Biodiversity

Clearly these kids need a Conecuh Dog! We have some pretty tricky names in Alabama! How many do you know?

It’s Alabama Extension Week! See if you can spot us on the Auburn University campus next time you’re in town! 💚💙

Alabama often faces drought conditions, especially in September and October, which can have lasting effects on our landscapes. In the latest episode of From the Ground Up!, host Brian Brown dives into the Alabama Drought Reach program with Bree Minton, the program's administrator, and Lee Ellenburg, Alabama's associate state climatologist. Tune in as they discuss the impact of drought on our state and the crucial work being done to address it. Don’t miss this conversation! 🎙️ #AlabamaExtension #FromTheGroundUp #DroughtAwareness

2024 Marble Bowl

Get ready to snap some pics and cheer on your team! The 2024 Marble Bowl is here, bringing the Auburn vs. Alabama rivalry into nature. 🍃🏈📱 Join the friendly competition by becoming a citizen scientist—no degree required! With the iNaturalist app, you can document Alabama’s incredible biodiversity from anywhere. Every observation counts, whether it’s a common plant or an invasive species.

Helping our neighbors thrive! The ACIPCO-Finley neighborhood, a designated food desert, is gaining access to fresh produce thanks to a collaboration with Alabama Extension, Grace Klein Community, and Grow More, Give More. Since 2021, volunteers have built garden boxes and planted fruits and veggies, guided by skilled gardeners. This year, we expanded to Hooper City and North Birmingham! 🍅🥕

Summer time means more outside fun…. but don’t let poisonous plants ruin the fun! Check out aces.edu for information on how to identify these tiny but harmful plants.

Extension today with Anna K!

We started the semester with the College of Agriculture, so it’s only right we ended it there! 🤠🧡 Watch to see all the exciting things their students are up to this summer!

Don’t go into spring planting blind! 🫣 Make sure to call your local Alabama Extension office to ask for resources! Or visit our growers guide at https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/lawn-garden/planting-guide-for-home-gardening-in-alabama/ !

Apparently, Taylor Swift time “isn’t a benefit” that Alabama Extension offers. While that’s pretty lame, there are a lot of other great benefits that we do offer. 🤍 Check out our current job openings at https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/human-resources/employment-opportunities/.

Don’t make the same mistake Anna K did! It's soil NOT dirt! 🤐🔬 Let's learn about how YOU can get your backyard soil tested at the Auburn University soil test center on campus!

TIGER GIVING DAY IS HERE!!! Visit https://rise.auburn.edu to see our projects that you can help fund TODAY! 🧡🐅

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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System provides educational outreach to the citizens of Alabama on behalf of the state's two land grant universities: Alabama A&M University (state's 1890 land-grant institution) and Auburn University (1862 land-grant institution).

The System employs more than 800 faculty, professional educators, and staff members operating in offices in every one of Alabama’s 67 counties and in nine urban centers covering the major regions of the state. In conjunction with the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station, the system also staffs six Extension and Research Centers located in the state’s principal geographic regions.