Clay County - Alabama Extension

10/16/2026

We had a great night celebrating BEEF Month with Clay County Cattlemen's Association!! Our participants brought their best to the table and prepared some outstanding BEEF dishes. We’re proud of everyone who participated and showed off their cooking skills! 👏

A big congratulations to our winners!

Junior Division
🥇 1st Place: Abigail Burdette
🥈 2nd Place: Cora Robinson
🥉 3rd Place: Aria Harrison
🏅 4th Place: Lauren Burdette
🏅 5th Place: Isaiah Robinson
Senior Division
🥇 1st Place: Connagher Griffin
🥈 2nd Place: Karley Griffin

10/14/2026

We are SO excited to offer Rabbit Project this year! Registration is OPEN and due Nov 1. Spots are limited and are first come, first serve!

Reminder that registration is not final until we receive forms to our office. Contact Mrs. Raeden at [email protected] for more info!

10/14/2026

Reminder! Chick Chain registration is due this Friday!

10/14/2026

LOCAL BUSINESSES AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS NEEDED!
We are calling on our fantastic local businesses and community partners to help make this year’s Clay County Farm-City Awards Dinner one to remember!

We are seeking donations for door prizes of all types! Donations could consist of hats, pens, cups, gift cards, money donations, items from your business, and farm-related merchandise!
No donation is too small or too large and is greatly appreciated! We appreciate all that our community does for us and would like you to be a part of this year’s event!

📞 Interested in donating? Please reach out to Amanda Jones at 256-354-5976 with any questions.
Thank you for your support!

10/14/2026

Fall houseguests aren’t always welcome! As temperatures cool, brown marmorated stink bugs may gather around homes and slip through cracks and openings in search of winter shelter.

Recognizable by their shield-shaped bodies and white bands on their antennae, these insects can become an unwelcome indoor nuisance and release an unpleasant odor when crushed.

Help keep stink bugs outside with a little fall pest-proofing:

Seal cracks and gaps around windows, doors and utility entry points.
Repair torn screens and replace worn weatherstripping.
Install door sweeps on exterior doors.
Keep shrubs trimmed and store firewood at least 20 feet from your home.

Taking these steps now can help keep your home cozy without inviting unwanted guests! Learn more about Stink bugs and other pests and ways to protect your home here: https://www.aces.edu/go/6983

10/13/2026

Alabama Extension is working to document agricultural damages made to crops, livestock, buildings, and equipment from Hurricane Isaias.

10/12/2026

Still time to register!! Help us celebrate Beef month with Clay County Cattlemen's Association

Mark your calendars! October is beef month and we are celebrating with the Clay County Cattlemen's Association for our annual beef cookoff! See the flyer for registration details!

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Raeden Hanners at [email protected] by Oct 12.

10/09/2026

🌱 East Alabama Beginning Farmers & Ranchers Conference! 🐄

Are you a beginning farmer or rancher looking to grow your knowledge and build a successful operation? Join us for the East Alabama Beginning Farmers & Ranchers Conference!

📅 November 10, 2026

⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM

📍 Clay County Farmers Market

86838 Highway 9, Lineville, AL 36266

🍽️ Lunch provided by Alabama Farm Credit!

Learn more about: 🌾 Lending advice from government and financial institutions 🌾 Financial help for beginning farmers 🌾 Small-scale cow/calf operations 🌾 Budgeting and planning 🌾 Points of contact for beginning producers across Alabama

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up!

Come learn, connect, and take the next step toward building a successful farming or ranching operation! 🌱

10/08/2026

Take a few moments now to prepare.

As Tropical Storm Isaias, pronounced ees-ah-EE-ahs, develops in the Gulf, Alabama Extension encourages everyone to review hurricane preparations at home, at work, and on the farm.

Review emergency plans and confirm important contacts.
Take steps to protect your family, property, and important records.
Prepare livestock, crops, and farm equipment.
After the storm, stay clear of fallen trees, loose debris, and downed power lines.

Monitor updates from the National Hurricane Center and your local National Weather Service office, and follow instructions from local emergency officials.

Find preparedness resources through Alabama Extension’s Alabama Ready initiative: https://www.aces.edu/go/4522

10/07/2026