Escambia County-Alabama Extension

07/08/2025

Join us for the 2025 Row Crop and Vegetable Field Day!

August 12th | 9:00am - 12:00pm

RSVP: ➡➡➡https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9EwmRiHy8ugsnAi

07/08/2025

Congratulations to Emma Grayce Fuqua from Escambia County Alabama 4-H for receiving an Alabama 4-H Club Foundation Scholarship! Emma Grayce will be attending The University of South Alabama to pursue a degree in nursing. 🍀🎓🩺🌟

"4-H has helped me find my work-ethic. It's all about family and hard work. I would not be who I am today without 4-H's impact on my life." -Emma Grayce Fuqua

07/07/2025

07/05/2025

07/04/2025

Alabama Extension offices will be closed tomorrow on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

We wish you and your family a safe and joyful holiday as we celebrate the freedom and spirit of our nation!

We will reopen with regular hours on Monday.

07/03/2025

06/30/2025

Planning a cookout to celebrate this week? 🇺🇸🎆

Keep these grilling safety tips in mind:
🇺🇸Wash hands before and after handling raw meat.
🇺🇸 Marinate in the fridge, never on the counter.
🇺🇸 Use separate plates and utensils for raw and cooked foods.

Be sure to cook to these safe temps:
• Poultry @ 165°F
• Ground meats @ 160°F
• Steaks & seafood @ 145°F

>>>Learn more: https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/food-safety/sizzle-safely-food-safety-tips-for-grilling/

06/30/2025

Join Us for the 4th Annual Gulf Coast Cattlemen’s Conference & Southwest Alabama Regional Membership Cookout!

This year’s free event promises a full day of valuable insights, networking, and delicious food

Highlights include:

-Expert advice on navigating high cattle prices and developing year-round forage plans
-A showcase of new tools & technology in cattle production
-The Southwest Alabama Regional Membership Cookout……a great opportunity to connect with fellow producers, enjoy a delicious meal and hear an update from the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association!

📲 Register NOW by visiting www.bamabeef.org/regionalcookouts

06/29/2025

What a Friday well spent at the Escambia County Alabama Extension Office & the Garden to Pantry-Herbs Event!! Participants enjoyed a hands-on workshop where we:
🪴 Planted fresh herbs
🛠️ Built our own herb drying racks
🧂 Created flavorful low-sodium herbal spice blends

It was the perfect kickoff to a weekend full of fresh ideas and even fresher herbs! A huge thank you to Carmen and Rebecca for bringing their knowledge and passion for homegrown wellness to our community.

We’re already looking forward to the next workshop! 🌱💚

06/29/2025

As we get ready to celebrate the 4th of July this week…..let’s all take a moment to review these important safety tips!!!🔥🚒

🎆🇺🇸🚒4th of July Safety Tips from Brewton Fire Department 🇺🇸🔥🚒

As we gear up to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, cookouts, and family fun, the Brewton Fire Department wants to remind everyone to celebrate safely and responsibly.

🚫 Fireworks Reminder:

‼️ It is ILLEGAL to shoot fireworks inside the Brewton City Limits.
Please help us keep our neighborhoods safe and avoid unnecessary fires or injuries.

🎇 Fireworks Safety Tips (Outside City Limits):
• Attend public displays like (East Brewton) — they’re safer and spectacular! Good viewing places can be found around Fort Crawford Park in East Brewton and on side streets and parking areas around Murder Creek. Fireworks are scheduled for a 9:30 p.m. start.
• Never allow children to play with fireworks, including sparklers.
• Keep water nearby, like a bucket or hose.
• Never relight a “dud.” Wait 20 minutes and soak it in water.
• Light one at a time, and move back quickly.

🍔 Outdoor Grilling Tips:
• Grill outdoors only, and never leave it unattended.
• Keep your grill clean of grease or fat buildup.
• Keep kids and pets at least 3 feet from the grill.
• Check propane grills for leaks before lighting.
• Dispose of coals properly — soak in water before discarding in a metal container.

Let’s all do our part to have a safe and fire-free 4th of July here in Brewton. If you have an emergency, call 911 immediately.

From your firefighter’s at the Brewton Fire Department — stay safe and celebrate smart! 🇺🇸

06/29/2025

I’m orange inside and grow in the dirt,
I’m sweet when baked and won’t hurt your shirt.
Mashed or roasted, I’m full of delight—
Guess this veggie that’s just right!