The Beginning Farmer Program consistently assists farmers in their high tunnel pest exclusion system throughout each year. Take a look at this short video that portrays many of our success stories, along with some fun facts about our program!
Operation Grow project, as part of the Alabama Beginning Farmer program in partnership with ADAI, provides special emphasis on the training needs of military veterans interested in specialty crop production.
Military veterans are honored and revered across America for their sacrifices. Their endeavors to serve and keep the United States safe make Americans proud to honor them.
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Commissioner Rick Pate hosted the 19th Annual Tomato Sandwich Lunch at the Ed Teague Arena in Montgomery. Over 400 guests enjoyed a delicious tomato sandwich, fresh corn and more. After lunch, they were able to purchase local products at the Sweet Grown Alabama Farmers Market.
Our Farming Basics Mobile App just got an update! This was released this morning and is available on any iPhone or android device. Download for help identifying insects, weeds, and diseases, as well as contacting your local REA! Also has news and events to check out
We are looking to employ another student in our research and education projects! This student will work as an undergraduate project assistant for managing insect monitoring system system, development of educational materials, survey data, etc. Apply at https://t.co/PlXrvMkhxT
Free Horticulture Webinars TOMORROW at 9 AM on muscadine cultivars, termite management, turfgrass diseases, & peach diseases: Join via Zoom https://t.co/tUDeRrQa1p. Please share out with others! Thanks!!
Another great example of PEER-TO-PEER learning happened yesterday at the High Tunnel crop production meeting in Hanceville (AL) where Teresa and Jimmy Reid from Fiddler’s Farm talked about their pest management experiences and benefits with a group of producers. So thankful!
Operation Grow supports grassroots educational and networking efforts that are inclusive of all veterans and their families with universal access to information and resources. https://t.co/DJH5RtR2Rp