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05/21/2026

Beginning tomorrow in Eufaula......

05/21/2026

Tomatoes are the most popular crop for Alabama vegetable gardens, but getting the most out of the tomatoes you plant requires more planning and careful work than any other crop.

Check out these resources available.
Grow More Tomatoes: https://www.aces.edu/go/2961
The Alabama Vegetable Gardener: https://www.aces.edu/go/6298
From the Ground Up Podcast: https://www.aces.edu/go/6299

You can search for more resources on our website. www.aces.edu

And don't forget to tell us you favorite way to enjoy a fresh, homegrown tomato!

05/12/2026

Visit a local Farmers Market today!

05/12/2026

04/30/2026

🌱It’s not too late to start planting⬇️

Have you planted your garden yet? Whether you have or haven't, we encourage you to plant a little extra and participate in the Grow More Give More 250lb. Challenge. As part of Auburn University's 250 celebration of America, Alabama Extension's goal is 250 pounds of fresh produce donated in each county between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Food insecurity remains a serious issues across Alabama, affecting approximately 2 million residents, including 1 in 4 children. Will you be part of the challenge and make a difference in your community? Every pound counts.

Learn more about the challenge and how you can get involved here: https://www.aces.edu/go/6066

04/29/2026

We are back with some Wednesday Wisdom🌱⬇️
We are halfway through the week and one day closer to weekend markets.

Support your local farmers and producers and keep an eye out for May seasonal crops🍓

04/29/2026

If you are looking to plant flowers and shrubs that are feed pollinators, check out our Pollinator Plant of the Month!

Wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) is a native bee balm with lavender-pink summer blooms that attract a wide range of pollinators, while its hollow stems provide important winter nesting habitat.

Learn more about pollinator plants here: https://www.aces.edu/go/6192

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎🌱🪴

Earth Day is a reminder that caring for our environment starts with everyday actions.

By protecting our natural resources, promoting sustainability, and making informed choices, we can all help create a healthier future for our communities.

Through Alabama Extension, you can find research-based programs and resources that support these efforts. Here are just a few ways to get involved:
Master Gardener Program
Grow More, Give More 250 Pound Challenge
Food Preservation Classes
Alabama Master Naturalist Program

Whether you're planting a garden, reducing food waste, or learning about local ecosystems, Alabama Extension is here to help you take the next step.

Find more resources and programs at www.aces.edu.

04/13/2026

Extension Week Webinar Series kicks off tomorrow! Watch from the comfort of your own home.

Join us Monday, April 13 for two informatve webinars designed to help Alabama communities grow and thrive. The webinars tomorrow cover taking your first steps into farmers markets and learning about the power of pollinators.

To register for the webinars, visit www.aces.edu/go/ExtensionWeekWebinars