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Pollinators, such as insects, birds and bats, play a big role in our food system. Through pollinating plants and crops, ...
06/18/2026

Pollinators, such as insects, birds and bats, play a big role in our food system. Through pollinating plants and crops, they are responsible for one out of every three bites of food people eat. National Pollinator Week, which runs June 22 to 28, aims to highlight these important creatures while encouraging people to learn how to help and protect their populations.

Alabama Extension offers numerous resources to transform even the greatest flower novice into someone who can make a meaningful difference for pollinators. Check them out here: https://www.aces.edu/go/6496

Join Alabama Extension's next Smart Yards Webinar as Home Horticulture Agent Makahla Holloway shares everything you need...
06/18/2026

Join Alabama Extension's next Smart Yards Webinar as Home Horticulture Agent Makahla Holloway shares everything you need to know about growing, caring for and using pumpkins in Pumpkins 101: Growing, Caring, and Creative Uses.

Register to receive the Zoom link and mark your calendars for upcoming dates: https://www.aces.edu/go/2414.

The Smart Yards Webinar Series is hosted by Alabama Extension's Home Horticulture team on the fourth Wednesday of each month and covers a variety of topics, including gardening, fruits and vegetables, lawn care, wildlife, home pests and more.

Alabama is home to a variety of snakes, including six venomous species. The copperhead and cottonmouth are the most enco...
06/17/2026

Alabama is home to a variety of snakes, including six venomous species. The copperhead and cottonmouth are the most encountered of the venomous snake species throughout the state. Understanding their differences, similarities and behaviors can help residents appreciate the vital roles these snakes play in the ecosystem.

While they can seem scary if threatened or accidentally encountered, they generally avoid humans when given the opportunity. Learn to identify these snakes, understand their behavior, and keep a respectful distance. Read more: https://www.aces.edu/go/6485

Congratulations to this year’s Alabama 4-H Biggest Catch Virtual Fishing and Fish Art Contest winners! This year, entri...
06/17/2026

Congratulations to this year’s Alabama 4-H Biggest Catch Virtual Fishing and Fish Art Contest winners!

This year, entries were received from 30 counties across Alabama. Participants ages 9-18 submitted photos of their catches of bass, sunfish (bream), crappie and catfish, along with native darter fish art entries that highlighted their artistic talents.

The 1st-3rd place winners in the catfish division are officially invited to join the Alabama Tourism Department in Birmingham on Thurs., June 25th, to be recognized during the official launch of the Alabama Catfish Trail, on National Catfish Day. This event is a celebration of the people, places, and traditions that define catfish in Alabama. We will reach out to provide more information.

We are proud of everyone who participated and helped make this year’s contest a success.

It's time to watch out for Japanese Beetles! These metallic green-and-copper pests can feed on more than 400 species of ...
06/17/2026

It's time to watch out for Japanese Beetles!

These metallic green-and-copper pests can feed on more than 400 species of broad-leaved plants, damaging leaves, flowers, and overripe fruit. While adults typically emerge in late May to early June, their activity is most intense during a 4- to 6-week period beginning in late June.

If you spot Japanese beetles, act early. During the first few days of emergence, handpick them or knock them into a bucket of soapy water in the early morning when they are less active.

Remember, both the adult beetles and their grubs can cause damage to your landscape and garden.

Learn to identify them now so you're ready if they show up in your yard! https://www.aces.edu/go/6480

Mimosa trees are blooming across Alabama right now! These eye-catching pink flowers may be beautiful, but mimosa is a no...
06/16/2026

Mimosa trees are blooming across Alabama right now!

These eye-catching pink flowers may be beautiful, but mimosa is a non-native invasive tree found throughout Alabama along roadsides, streams, woodlots and other disturbed areas.

Join the 2026 Year of Alabama Invasive Plants Project to raise awareness, improve identification skills and take action against invasive plants.

Learn more and take the pledge: www.aces.edu/go/YearofInvasivePlants

June is Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, and we're celebrating with the Alabama Extension Homegrown Fruit & Vegetable Ph...
06/16/2026

June is Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, and we're celebrating with the Alabama Extension Homegrown Fruit & Vegetable Photo Contest!
Got a bumper crop of tomatoes? A giant squash? A funny-looking carrot? Show us what you're growing!

Submit your best homegrown fruit or vegetable photo in the comments for a chance to win Alabama Extension goodies and, of course, ultimate bragging rights.
Contest Rules:
• Photo must be taken in Alabama.
• Produce must be homegrown.
• Like and share this post.
• Submit your photo in the comments under this original post.
• Two winners will be selected:
Judges' Choice for the most unusual fruit or vegetable
People's Choice based on the most likes on a photo

Entries must be submitted by noon on June 18. Winners will be announced at 4:00 p.m. on June 18.

Happy growing, and we can't wait to see what's coming out of your garden!

If you're ready to take the next step toward becoming a Certified Arborist, join Alabama Extension for the Arborist Revi...
06/15/2026

If you're ready to take the next step toward becoming a Certified Arborist, join Alabama Extension for the Arborist Review Workshop on June 29–30 at the Gulf Coast Research and Extension Center in Fairhope, Alabama.

This two-day workshop is designed to help participants prepare for the ISA Certified Arborist exam while expanding their knowledge of tree biology, identification, planting, pruning, plant health care, urban forestry, and more. Current ISA Certified Arborists can also earn up to 12 CEUs for attending.

To find out more and register for the workshop, click here: https://www.aces.edu/go/6468

Home production of shiitake (she-TAH-kee) mushrooms can be a rewarding and delicious hobby. These flavorful mushrooms ar...
06/15/2026

Home production of shiitake (she-TAH-kee) mushrooms can be a rewarding and delicious hobby. These flavorful mushrooms are packed with nutrients, low in calories, and can be enjoyed fresh or dried for later use.
Growing shiitake mushrooms is easier than you might think. Alabama Extension experts walk you through every step of the process, from selecting and inoculating logs to maintaining them and harvesting your own mushrooms at home.

Whether you're an experienced gardener or looking for a new project, shiitake mushroom cultivation is a fun way to expand your gardening skills and enjoy a homegrown harvest.

Learn how to get started: https://www.aces.edu/go/6374

Meet Holt Akers-Campbell, Commercial Horticulture Agent with Alabama Extension at Auburn University.High tunnels can hel...
06/14/2026

Meet Holt Akers-Campbell, Commercial Horticulture Agent with Alabama Extension at Auburn University.

High tunnels can help growers extend the growing season, improve crop quality and increase profitability—but success starts with the right management practices. Holt works with producers across Alabama to develop strategies for fertilizer management, irrigation, pest exclusion, disease prevention and crop selection to help maximize production under cover.

Whether you're considering a high tunnel or looking to improve an existing operation, Alabama Extension provides research-based recommendations to help growers stay productive and profitable.

Learn more about high tunnel production and connect with your local Extension office at aces.edu.

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