Alabama Cooperative Extension System

Alabama Extension is committed to serving YOU, whether you're in urban or rural communities. For over 100 years we have been your reliable partner for science-based solutions to tackle everyday challenges. Swing by a county office, pick up the phone, or visit our social channels for more information and event details. Discover Alabama Extension for yourself – because we're here to support YOU! Find out more at www.aces.edu/discover. #AlabamaExtensionWeek #DiscoverAlabamaExtension

Join us in celebrating the incredible Extension Master Gardeners who dedicate their time and talents to our community! Fred Evans ACE Interns of the Year 🏆 Congratulations to Jo Termotto, Kent Huisingh, and Rosielene Carpenter! Search for Excellence 2024 🌟 Autauga County - Alabama Extension: "The Gardening Buzz" booklet educates and inspires future gardeners. Jefferson County - Alabama Extension: Gardening project at The Lovelady Center brings joy and learning to the community. Thank you, EMGs, for making Alabama greener and greater!💚 Learn more about their projects at https://lnkd.in/eYktcXdx #AlabamaExtension

Exciting field days ahead! 🚜 Join us at the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES) for hands-on learning, research insights, and networking opportunities! Field days feature new crop technologies, pest and disease updates, and much more. Don’t miss out! 📍 📅 Upcoming Events: July 15: Wiregrass Weed Tour, Headland, AL July 31: Row Crops Field Day, Madison, AL Aug 1: Central Alabama Crops Tour, Shorter, AL Aug 2: Gulf Coast Row Crops Field Day, Fairhope, AL Details and registration: https://lnkd.in/edU_FYMT

Researchers at the Auburn University College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) say that human interaction and wildlife presence go hand in hand, especially during a global pandemic. Christopher Lepczyk, the Alumni Professor of wildlife biology and conservation, and Jean Fantle-Lepczyk, assistant research professor, lead the CFWE team and gathered wildlife data for a recent paper published by Nature Ecology & Evolution. 🌲 The study shows a global dataset of cameras illustrates how wildlife altered their behavior when faced with fluctuating activity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their research took place at the Kreher Preserve and Nature Center (KPNC) in northern Auburn, Alabama, with the help of KPNC Manager Michael Buckman. The study implemented various research methods including the placement of camera traps in various locations where photos would capture animal movement. 📷 Learn more about their research below!📝 http://bit.ly/4cr9wok #WeAreAUCFWE | #AuburnUniversity | #WarEagle

Welcome Dr. Maggie Thompson, our new poultry veterinarian! An Auburn alumna, Dr. Thompson brings her poultry health expertise to support Alabama's poultry industry. Her role highlights a strong partnership between Alabama Extension, Auburn University, and the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station. Learn more about Maggie and her new role at https://lnkd.in/ejH4n8qK.

I am proud to have represented the Barbour County - Alabama Extension office at the Alabama Association of County Agricultural Agents and Specialists annual conference in Opelika/Auburn. It was a wonderful, educational experience, and I enjoyed spending time with my mentor and Eufaula native, Jennifer Davidson, the Russell County - Alabama Extension coordinator. We toured Young's Plant Farm, the Rane Center at Auburn University and behind the scenes at Jordan Hare Stadium. 🦅🪴🌱🌻🌺 Alabama Cooperative Extension System

Garden to Glass program was a success! Happy National Herb Day everyone! I taught about growing herbs and Michelle Puckett, Snap Ed REA, explained the importance of making healthy choices and how to incorporate herbs into recipes! We had samples using fresh herbs so participants could try homemade recipes using different herbs that they could grow at home. We couldn’t have done it without Susan from Shorter Mansion who allowed us to host it there, Mitzi Clayton, CEC, helping plan and arrange it all, Jo Termotto, Extension Master Gardener, always being my right hand lady, and Mary Ortiz, Home Horticulture Auburn Intern, ensuring we all had that we needed and helped with the workshop as well. #growmoregivemore #LiveWell #HappyNationalHerbDay Alabama Cooperative Extension System Auburn University College of Agriculture at Auburn University

“The biggest thing I am driven by is helping landowners. I love working with landowners — meeting them, setting up connections and helping them be better educated on whatever information they are seeking.” 🤝 Adam Maggard, Alabama Extension specialist and the Harry E. Murphy Associate Professor in the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE), shares his process on how he works with landowners in the Forest Business Resources Program. 🌲💲 Read more below ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4c7eJlh 🪵 #WeAreCFWE | #AlabamaExtension | #WarEagle

We are thrilled to share that Katie Funderburk is our new Assistant Director for Federal Nutrition Programs here at Alabama Extension! With her leadership, we're gearing up to expand nutrition and fitness opportunities across Alabama. Visit https://lnkd.in/e4-rhDAj to learn more about our nutritional programs!

💡State RC&D Project💡: Grow More Give More with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System By partnering with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, we were able to reach the underserved and vulnerable populations of Alabama with helpful, practical gardening knowledge, resources and supplies to help address food insecurity. #AlabamaRCD #AlabamaRCDProjects