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On this episode of the Alabama Crops Report Podcast, hosts Scott Graham and Simer Virk talk with Kris Balkcom, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System assistant Extension professor specializing in peanuts.....
We’re back with another episode of From the Ground Up! Host Brian Brown sits down with Hayes Jackson, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System urban home horticulture regional agent, to talk....
Master Gardener Emily Clem talks with Extension Agent, Allyson Shabel, about plant propagation. They discuss the different ways gardeners can get new plants from their already established home or neighbor gardens. Highlighting the technique of plant cuttings, seeds, and plant layering, Allyson gives details about the best practices and tools to give new plants the best start. Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.alcpl.org/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
Master Gardeners Emily Clem and Kathy Cook give a tour of The Library Garden. Designed by landscape architect, Carol Lambdin, the garden includes raised beds, a butterfly garden, a wet area, and shaded sections. Now three years old, the garden is full of native trees, plants and edibles, and visitors are encouraged to take home berries and veggies in season. In addition, the garden has become a great home for insects and a few resident birds. Kids of all ages enjoy the grassy area, bubble rock fountains and winding footpaths. Volunteers are always welcome to help maintain the garden. Links:https://mastergardeners-limestonecountyalabama.org/https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.alcpl.org/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
This week on The Land Show, our Host Jonathan Goode speaks with: Marianne Gauldin with the Alabama Department of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries. www.outdooralabama.com Shaun Lee with Farm and Forest Brokers. http://www.farmandforestbrokers.com/shaun-lee Bethany O'Rear with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System http://www.aces.edu Jonathan answers a listener question regarding purchasing land from an adjoining owner.
To wrap up Season 4 of the Alabama Crops Report, hosts Scott Graham and Simer Virk welcome a large crew of Alabama Cooperative Extension System professionals, industry partners, and row....
Master Gardeners Emily Clem and Kathy Cook talk about the benefits of composting. Gardeners with clay soil know it needs a lot of amendment for growing plants. Kathy gives easy to follow, step by step instructions for both new and experienced growers. A great way to recycle kitchen scraps and yard scraps, and it's also therapeutic. So good for the soil and good for the soul! Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.alcpl.org/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
As deer-hunting season is in full swing, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System's Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources team wants to remind new and established hunters of the benefits they receive and provide through the harvesting of deer. For many, hunting is more than just an exciting sport. It is a time to enjoy the outdoors and share venison— a great source of low-fat protein—with family and friends. However, hunting also contributes to the mitigation of many human-wildlife conflicts, benefiting all Alabamians. Deer Issues In the early 1900s, populations of white-tailed deer were devastatingly low in the United States, with only...Article Link
On this episode of the Alabama Crops Report, hosts Scott Graham and Simer Virk sit down with Blake Lanton, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System agronomic crops regional agent. Lanton serves....
Master Gardener Emily Clem has a conversation with Toby Gray about the value of oak trees. As the Plant Curator for the Huntsville Botanical Gardens, Toby talks about the variety of oaks and their place in the ecosystem. With the newer trend in landscaping encouraging native plants and wildlife, oaks play a significant role in providing food for both insects and animals. He also talks about the best way to cultivate an oak for home landscapes. Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.alcpl.org/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
Master Gardeners Emily Clem and Melissa Kirkindall talk about hummingbirds. Melissa has years of experience studying hummingbirds and talks about the different species, their migration, habitats, feeding, and what plants attract them to backyard bird enthusiasts. With nests the size of a walnut, the smallest hummer fits on the tip of an eraser and the largest measures eight and a half inches long! More fascinating facts in this podcast!Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.alcpl.org/The Athens-Limestone Public Library has a wide selection of books on local gardening and birdingHave questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
Master Gardener Emily Clem talks with horticulturist, Katrina Mitchell, from the Huntsville Botanical Gardens about Alabama's endemic plants. With its diverse ecosystem of mountains, plateaus, valleys, rivers and glades, Alabama boasts over 3000 native plant species. Among those are over 28 endemic plants that grow only in Alabama and nowhere else in the world. Identifying, locating, and conserving these rare and often endangered plants are the topics of this podcast. Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.alcpl.org/The Athens-Limestone Public Library has a wide selection of books on local gardeningHave questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
Master Gardener Soozi Pline talks with Jayne Luetzow, Regional Agent for Northwest Alabama Cooperative Extension office, about pruning. Step by step pruning techniques, including when to prune, why to prune, and what tools to use. A master class in pruning trees and shrubs with specific mentions of azaleas, hydrangeas, and roses, as well as a discussion of the controversial crepe 'murder' pruning technique. Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.alcpl.org/The Athens-Limestone Public Library has a wide selection of books on local gardeningHave questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
This week on The Land Show, our host Jonathan Goode speaks with: - Bethany ORear, Regional Extension Agent for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, about local gardens and the Grow More, Give More program. http://www.aces.edu - Danielle Atkins, founder of Ladies and Land, talks about why she devotes her time to helping women landowners understand land management and timber harvesting to improve their stewardship of their properties. - Randall Upchurch joins us to talk about the importance of life lessons his sons are learning by working on their family farm. http://www.poultrysouth.com - Dent Stallworth shares to be as informed as possible when considering unsoslicited offers to purchase your land, timber, or other real estate. http://www.selandgroup.com/agents/dent-stallworth Thanks to our generous sponsors that make it possible to bring you The Land Show every week: Alabama Ag Credit, Alabama Farmers Federation, Poultry South, First South Farm Credit, The Land Report, LandThink, and LandFlip.
Master Gardener Emily Clem talks with Master Beekeeper Bud Rogers about backyard beekeeping for the hobbyist. These busy pollinators are masters of efficiency and can make an amazing difference in the output of your backyard garden. They talk about how bees make honey and tips to avoid getting stung. Bud avidly promotes beekeeping as an accessible hobby with equipment adapted for people in wheelchairs or unable to lift heavy weights. Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://mastergardeners-limestonecountyalabama.org/https://www.alcpl.org/The Athens-Limestone Public Library has a selection of books on beekeeping and native plants. Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic and images from Pixabay
Every wanted to propagate your own plants? The Alabama Cooperative Extension System has got you covered. On this episode of From the Ground Up!, Jayne Luetzow, an Alabama Extension home....
Kate Gribbin, Recreation Manager, along with Hallie Porter, Development Director, and Jennifer Johnson, Master Gardener, highlight the new pollinator gardens of the North Alabama Land Trust. Started in 1987 as a means to keep development off Monte Sano Mountain, the Land Trust now covers 10 counties, 10,000 acres and has 10 nature preserves for education and recreation. With newly planted pollinator gardens at Blevins Gap and Harvest Square, they talk about the Land Trust's role in preserving our natural resources amidst North Alabama's increasing growth and expansion.Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.landtrustnal.org/2023/04/17/northal-native-plants/https://www.alcpl.org/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30c0WX-kOHI (pollinator garden at Blevins Gap video)The Athens-Limestone Public Library has a wide selection of books on native plants. Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
From the Ground Up! is back for another season! To kick off season two, host Brian Brown sits down with Jim Jacobi, a specialist with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System....
Master Gardener, Emily Clem, welcomes Lynne Wenineger from Alabama A&M University. The curator of the herbarium at A&M, Lynne talks about the importance of collecting and preserving plants for study in the plant library. From gathering specimens in the field, to pressing, and cataloging, Alabama is the 4th ranked state in the US for biodiversity and several plant species are found nowhere else in the world. Links:http://floraofalabama.org/ (Alabama Plant Atlas)https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.alcpl.org/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
This Week on The Land Show, Jonathan Goode talks with: Eddie Lee Rider and Eric O'Keefe of The Land Report magazine. Eddie Lee and Eric talk about a recent interview with Drew Bledsoe, and also about the newest report on America's 100 Largest Landowners. We discuss the 5 landowners from Alabama who are on the list. You can subscribe to The Land Report and get a discount code using LANDSHOW. http://www.landreport.com Bethany O' Rear, Regional Extension Agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, joins us to help landowners and gardeners know what steps they can be taking right now to prepare for their garden come spring. http://www.aces.edu Robert King joins us for our Farmland Report. Home - PoultrySouth William Lyon talks about a recent successful deer hunting trip with his bow in our Outdoor Update. www.selandgroup.com/agents/william-lyon Thanks to our generous sponsors that make it possible to bring you The Land Show every week: Alabama Ag Credit, Alabama Farmers Federation, Poultry South, First South Farm Credit, The Land Report, LandThink, and LandFlip. Subscribe to The Land Show, anywhere you get quality podcasts. If you like our content, please give us a positive review so others can find us as well. Please call or text any time at 515-LAND SHO (515-526-3746)
Dry shade is often a challenge in creating a successful garden. Such conditions require careful plant selection and insights. Hayes Jackson believes "there's a plant that loves that spot no matter how bad or how difficult you think it is."Hayes is a self-professed plant geek, urban regional agent with Alabama Cooperative Extension System and Director of the new Longleaf Botanical Gardens in Anniston, Alabama.He loves exploring local native woodlands, the hill country of Texas, and internationally for the next fascinating plant.We delve into personal gardening stories, favorite plants, and future plans for new Longleaf Botanical Gardens along with a deep-dive into the world of horticulture.Hayes shares his valuable insights, practical experiences, and unique philosophies on gardening.00:02 Introduction to The Garden Question Podcast00:41 Understanding Dry Shade Gardening01:02 Interview with Hayes Jackson: A Plant Geek02:00 Creating Dry Shade Gardens: Challenges and Solutions04:31 Exploring Plant Options for Dry Shade Gardens06:31 Ground Covers and Bulletproof Plants for Dry Shade Gardens08:50 Winter Blooms and Blooming Sequence in Gardens11:58 Growing Palms in Dry Shade Gardens17:04 Becoming a Plant Geek: A Personal Journey19:24 Longleaf Botanical Gardens: A Plant Geek's Paradise22:48 Garden Design Tips: Right Plant, Right Place24:31 Overcoming Invasive Weeds in Natural Gardens24:46 Creating Low Maintenance Gardens25:01 Designing a Natural Garden: A Personal Story26:13 Busting Garden Myths: Embracing Color and Texture34:09 Gardening with Big Dogs: Challenges and Joys35:26 Valuable Lessons from Gardening37:38 The Impact of Climate Change on Gardening40:01 The Joy of Plant Propagation and Sharing44:15 The Challenges and Rewards of Maintaining a Mature Garden45:13 The Fascination with Unique and Rare Plants47:27 The Journey of a Patented Plant: Hydrangea Hay Starburst48:47 Adapting Gardening Practices to Weather Conditions49:44 Connecting with Hayes Jackson: Resources and Contacts
Master Gardener, Emily Clem, welcomes Travis Roddy of the International Crane Foundation. They talk about the cranes that winter here in North Alabama, including sandhill cranes and the endangered whooping cranes.Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://savingcranes.org/ (International Crane Foundation)https://www.fws.gov/refuge/wheeler (Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge)https://www.alcpl.org/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
Cotton Entomologists Ron Smith and Scott Graham join host Steve Brown to discuss some of the most critical events and challenges of managing cotton insects over the past 50 years or so. Ron is Professor Emeritus and Scott is an Assistant Professor; both serve the Alabama Cooperative Extension System at Auburn University.
In episode 9 of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s From the Ground Up! Podcast, Meredith Shrader joins host Brian Brown to talk about home invaders. Shrader is the lead diagnostician....
Learn more about the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s popular Master Gardener Program and its more than 40 years of success. Podcast host Brian Brown welcomes three of Alabama's master gardeners....
Limestone County Master Gardeners Emily Clem and Soozi Pline talk about native plants that grow well in the North Alabama region. They identify plants, season by season, that bloom and provide food for pollinators all year long. In the process of naturalizing their own home properties, Emily and Soozi identify which plants work for different sun and soil conditions. They agree that gardening is often trial and error and even Master Gardener experts make mistakes!Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.landtrustnal.org/2023/04/17/northal-native-plants/https://www.alcpl.org/The Athens-Limestone Public Library has a wide selection of books on native plants. Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay
In season 1’s fifth episode of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s From the Ground Up! Podcast, special guest Molly Hendry joins host Brian Brown to speak about her educational and....
The Sweet Grown Alabama campaign is at the forefront in episode 12 of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Farming Basics Podcast. Host Olivia Fuller sits down with the Sweet Grown....
Limestone County Master Gardener, Emily Clem, talks with Rhonda Britton, Former Home Grounds Agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension and current Campus Engineer at Auburn University's Research and Innovation Campus in Huntsville. Rhonda gives a step by step guide to growing shiitake mushrooms for home gardeners.Links:https://www.sweetgrownalabama.org/sga-members/626https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://www.alcpl.org/ Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.org Music by Pixabay
In the third episode of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s From the Ground Up! Podcast, host Brian Brown welcomes Alabama Extension Regional Agent Bethany O’Rear to speak about fall gardens....
This week on The Land Show our host Jonathan Goode speaks with: Andrew Schock, Southeast Regional Director of The Conservation Fund, about their recent acquisition of 23,000 acres in Monroe County to help preserve the Red Hills Salamander. https://www.conservationfund.org/ Bethany O'Rear, Regional Extension Agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, updates us on what the hot summer is doing to local gardeners and farmers in the area. Bethany also shares about several programs and The Sow app available to you. http://www.aces.edu Russ Walters brings us up to date on his peanut and cotton crops in Covington County, Alabama in our Farmland Report. http://www.selandgroup.com/agents/Russ-Walters William Lyon shares about a very nice bow that his son, Will, recently built and describes the process of constructing a primitive bow in our Outdoor Update. www.selandgroup.com/agents/william-lyon Thanks to our generous sponsors that make it possible to bring you The Land Show every week: Alabama Ag Credit, Alabama Farmers Federation, Poultry South, First South Farm Credit, The Land Report, LandThink, Southeastern Land Group, and LandFlip.
In the first episode ever of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s From the Ground Up! Podcast, host Brian Brown welcomes Dani Carroll, home grounds, gardens, and home pests regional agent.....
On this episode of the Alabama Crops Report, hosts Adam Rabinowitz and Katelyn Kesheimer sit down with Wendiam Sawadgo, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System economist. As harvest is right around....
In this episode, Joe and Butch talk with Nancy Loewenstein, an Extension Specialist at Auburn University's College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, and they discuss the identification, control, and long-term management of the invasive weed cogon grass. She begins by explaining cogon grass, its impact on landowners and the environment, and why it is a problem. She then delves into the physical characteristics of cogon grass, its growth patterns and reproductive methods, and the most common locations and conditions where it is likely to grow. Nancy then provides an overview of the different control methods available, including mechanical and chemical control methods, and offers advice on the effectiveness and limitations of each. Nancy also delves into how to maintain long-term control of cogon grass, such as developing and implementing a management plan and prevention techniques to reduce weed spread. Finally, she discusses additional resources for further information on cogon grass, including contacts for professional help and advice. With Nancy's guidance, you can now stay one step ahead, efficiently managing cogon grass infestations so you can enjoy hunting on your land for many years to come. What To Talk More About Land Investment Or Have More Land Investment Questions?Contact Clint or Joe at pros@landhuntin.com or click here! More About Huntin' Land >>>If you like to stay up to date on Hunting Tactics, Land Management, Land Values, and Land Market dynamics, Huntin' Land is the podcast for you.
Litter happens! On this episode of the Alabama Crops Report podcast, hosts Scott Graham and Amanda Scherer talks with Kent Stanford, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System nutrient management specialist. The....
Episode six of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Farming Basics Podcast, hosts Olivia Fuller and Jacob Kelley welcome Extension Food Safety Specialist Camila Rodrigues and Caroline Blanchard, her research associate.....
Christmas trees are at the forefront of episode 7 of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Farming Basics Podcast. Special guest Jeremy Pickens joins hosts Olivia Fuller and Jacob Kelley to....
In Episode 9 of The Forestry Project Podcast, podcast host Jace McCauley sits down to discuss wildlife and management considerations with Drew Metzler. Drew is a Forestry, Wildlife & Natural Resources Regional Extension Agent for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. He holds bachelor's in wildlife and a master's in forestry from Auburn University and on-the-ground experience working in both forestry and wildlife fields.Topics discussed in the podcast are habitat considerations for different wildlife species, management needed for different stages of wildlife life cycles, and how to get the most out of your woods regardless of acreage. In the episode, Drew discusses what habitat different wildlife species, such as turkeys, deer, and squirrels, need and how landowners might want to manage for it. Also, Drew and Jace discuss why landowners should meet and get involved with neighbors to get the most out of their property. If you have or manage forestland and want to develop excellent quality wildlife habitat, this episode is for you.
This week on The Land Show: Bethany O'Rear, Regional Extension Agent, with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System joins us to talk about some of the recent initiatives they are taking to help people with their home gardens. She also talks about the progress of the Grow More, Give More campaign. http://www.aces.edu Barry Estes, owner of Alabama Hog Control, talks about their business, and how they have been helping landowners across the state with their feral hog problems. Barry shares about the improvement on turkey and deer habitat because of predator removal on a 900 acre property he leases in Wilcox County. Randall Upchurch updates us from the hay field, and talks about a rise in cattle prices that he feels is likely to stay around for a while. http://www.selandgroup.com/agents/randall-upchurch Daniel Hautamaki talks about the rural land market in the Florida Panhandle and southwest Georgia. www.selandgroup.com/agents/daniel-hautamaki
On this episode of the Alabama Crops Report, hosts Scott Graham and Katelyn Kesheimer talk with David Russell, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System weed science specialist. As farmers across the....
Mike Moody has a conversation with Beth and Kaylee Hubert of Hubert Family Tulip Farm in New Market, Ala.In the wrap up, the Alabama Treasure Forest Association is sponsoring the award-winning Natural Resources Webinar Series from the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.Be sure to check out Alabama Ag Credit and Alabama Farmers Federation.
In episode 11 of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Farming Basics Podcast, hosts Olivia Fuller and Jacob Kelley welcome Anthony Abbate of Auburn University’s Bee Laboratory. Together the table buzzes....
Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Farming Basics Podcast hosts Olivia Fuller and Jacob Kelley welcome Jesse Teel with Hunger Solutions Institute at Auburn University. The table discusses the many ways to....
In episode 9 of Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Farming Basics Podcast, hosts Olivia Fuller and Jacob Kelley welcome Alabama Extension Commercial Horticulture Specialist Andre Da Silva. The team discusses the....
Carla Hornady, commodity director of cotton, soybeans and wheat and feed grains really gets into the weeds of a conversation about weeds with Dr. Steve Li. Dr. Li is an assistant professor and extention specialist at Auburn University and Alabama Cooperative Extension System. In the wrap up, Colton Christjohn updates us on California's Proposition 12, as it heads to the Supreme Court, and how that will impact the pork industry.Links from this episode:- Agriculture spray and scout drones Facebook Group- DJI Ag spray drones Facebook Group- Fall 2022 Field Spray Day Agenda - Spray FAQs- Drone Spray Workshop Flyer- Suggestions for Custom Drone Applicators
Strawberry diseases are the topic of discussion in episode 8 of Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Farming Basics Podcast. Hosts Olivia Fuller and Jacob Kelley welcome Alabama Extension Entomology & Plant....
Episode 7 of Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Farming Basics Podcast, the team welcomes Dr. Desmond Layne, Auburn University College of Agriculture horticulture department head. Hosts Olivia Fuller and Jacob Kelley....
This week on The Land Show: Jessica Curl, Rural Water Well Program Coordinator, joins us to talk about what rural land owners need to know about having a water well for their rural home. She is with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, and they offer many resources to assist landowners across the state. https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/other-resources-water/aces-water-program/ Jeffrey Hardy talks about his recent successful alligator hunt on Lake Eufaula. He also shares about a great property for sale in the Marble Valley community. http://www.selandgroup.com/agents/jeff-hardy Randall Upchurch and Robert King come in studio to talk about the history of Poultry South, and how they have developed a system to help people purchase and sell poultry farms across the Southeast. www.poultrysouth.com
This week on The Land Show: Shelby Marsh, who works with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, joins us to talk about some of the livestock programs she is able to assist landowners with in west Alabama. http://www.aces.edu Balsie Butler, who works with the Alabama Forestry Commission, brings us up to speed on wildfire season in Alabama, and what landowners can do to help minimize fire damage to their property. https://forestry.alabama.gov/ Fred Hanners shares about his family's experience with poultry farming in our farmland report. http://www.selandgroup.com/agents/fred-hanners Brian Watts brings some timber knowledge in our Timber Talk segment. www.selandgroup.com/agents/brian-watts
In the cannabis industry, the chemistry lab meets agriculture. A cannabis product called Delta-8 has been popping up in smoke shops, CBD shops and even gas stations.Dr. Katelyn Kesheimer, a researcher at Auburn University and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, joins the show to demystify Delta-8. In this encore episode, we'll learn what it's made of, where it comes from, why it's so popular, and why science and the federal government are falling so far behind the cannabis industry. Email the show at ShortWave@NPR.org.