Wiregrass Grown

08/24/2026

🥜 Wiregrass Grown Episode 11 is LIVE! 🌱

Peanut harvest season is right around the corner, and timing matters! In this episode, we’re talking about pod blasting workshops happening across the Wiregrass and how they can help growers determine optimum peanut maturity and digging dates.

We’re also covering cotton jassids and what growers need to know about this emerging pest in the field.

🎥 Watch Episode 11 here: https://youtu.be/Qoi392uzZuA

08/24/2026

Peanut harvest season is just around the corner! 🥜

Knowing when to dig can make a big difference in both yield and grade. Peanut pod blasting is a valuable tool that helps growers determine optimum maturity and make more informed harvest decisions.

Several pod blasting workshops will be held across the Wiregrass beginning August 31 through October 8.

📍 Find more dates and locations that works for you at aces.edu/calendar or contact your local Extension agent for more information.

08/17/2026

We would love to have you on our list!

Your business belongs here.💚

The Discover Local page was created to connect the Wiregrass with the farmers, businesses, and entrepreneurs who keep our communities thriving.

If your business isn't listed yet, we'd love to have you join us. Submit your information below and become part of the growing Discover Local network!

🔗https://www.wiregrassgrown.com/discover-local

08/11/2026

Curious about the work happening behind the scenes at the Wiregrass Research and Extension Center?

In this episode of Wiregrass Grown, Chris Parker joins us to discuss ongoing research, Extension efforts and why the upcoming Wiregrass Crops Field Day is a great opportunity for growers and industry professionals alike.

🌾 Watch now!
https://www.wiregrassgrown.com/podcast-1/wiregrass-grown-ep-10-talking-research-amp-field-days-with-chris-parker

07/27/2026

Saddle up, Wiregrass!🤠

The rodeo is coming to the Dale County AgPlex, and we're giving you a behind-the-scenes look before the gates open! In our latest episode of Wiregrass Grown, Melissa Voynich, Dale County Extension Director, shares what makes this event a community favorite, what you can expect this year, and how the rodeo celebrates the rich agricultural heritage of our region.

Whether you're a lifelong rodeo fan or planning your first visit, this episode has everything you need to know before heading there!

🎥 Watch now: https://www.wiregrassgrown.com/podcast-1/wiregrass-grown-ep-9-inside-the-dale-county-agplex-rodeo-with-melissa-voynich

What's your favorite rodeo event:bull riding, barrel racing, bronc riding, or something else? Let us know in the comments!🐂

07/27/2026

Your business belongs here.💚

The Discover Local page was created to connect the Wiregrass with the farmers, businesses, and entrepreneurs who keep our communities thriving.

If your business isn't listed yet, we'd love to have you join us. Submit your information below and become part of the growing Discover Local network!

🔗https://www.wiregrassgrown.com/discover-local

07/20/2026

Thinking about building a pond or improving the one you already have?💧

In Episode 8 of Wiregrass Grown, Alabama Extension Aquatics Specialist Levi Blackmon shares expert advice on pond management, water quality, aquatic vegetation, fish populations, and more.

Whether you own a farm pond, love to fish, or simply want to keep your water healthy, this episode is packed with practical tips.

🎧 Listen now: https://www.wiregrassgrown.com/podcast-1/epsiode8leviblackmon

07/14/2026

What role does fertilizer play in feeding the world? 🌱

In Episode 7 of the Wiregrass Grown Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Guertal of the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) to discuss fertilizer, crop nutrition, agricultural innovation, and the exciting future of the new LIFE Center at the Wiregrass Innovation Center in Dothan.

Whether you're a farmer, an agriculture enthusiast, or simply curious about the science behind growing our food, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

🎧 Listen now:
https://www.wiregrassgrown.com/podcast-1/wiregrass-grown-episode-7-ifdc-chat-with-dr-guertal

07/13/2026

Farmer Stories are BACK! 🚜🍉🌱

We're kicking off a brand-new season with a visit to Bell Farms in Houston County, where we sit down with David "Pee-Wee" Bell and his daughter, Gracie Bell, to hear the story behind their family farm, the values that drive them, and what Bell Farms represents to their community.

From generations of hard work to a passion for growing fresh, local produce, their story is one you won't want to miss.

Watch the full episode here:
🔗https://www.wiregrassgrown.com/farmer-stories/farmer-stories-episode-1-bell-farms

06/22/2026

Are you a farmer, grower, maker, market, or agricultural service provider in the Wiregrass?🌱

We'd love to feature you on Discover Local! This resource helps connect consumers with the people, products, and businesses that keep our communities growing.

Whether you sell fresh produce, local honey, farm-raised meats, flowers, or agricultural services, Discover Local is designed to help customers find and support businesses like yours in the Wiregrass.

Join the growing list of local businesses and let more people discover what you have to offer.

Sign up today: https://www.wiregrassgrown.com/discover-local