Tuscaloosa County - Alabama Extension

Mark your calendars and join us for the 2026 Beef & Forage Field Day on Friday, October 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Blackbelt Research & Extension Center in Marion Junction, Alabama. Register online at aub.ie/BBFieldDay26 or the QR code below. Registration is free, but required.

This annual field day is designed for livestock and forage producers and provides an opportunity to get out in the field, see demonstrations firsthand, and learn about current research, forage management, and practical farming techniques.

We hope you will join us for a day of hands-on learning and discussion. If you have questions, please contact Court Green-Johnson at (205) 659-6796 or [email protected].

Peaches might not be the easiest crop to grow, but our Extension experts are here to help, with care and maintenance recommendations for Alabama peach crops. 🍑 Check out the article here: https://www.aces.edu/go/6679

Thank you Tuscaloosa County Master Gardeners for all you do for our county!

Their time, knowledge, and passion make a lasting difference across Alabama. In 2025, Alabama Extension Master Gardener Volunteers strengthened their communities through education, service, produce and plant donations, youth outreach, and countless meaningful connections.

Thank you to every Master Gardener Volunteer who generously shared their talents and remained committed to helping Alabama communities grow and thrive. Your impact reaches far beyond the garden, and we are grateful for all you do!

To learn more about the Alabama Extension Master Gardener Volunteer program's impact, click here: https://www.aces.edu/go/6639

The financial management team is gearing up for CAREER FAST workshops this fall for high school seniors. See infographic for details. High School teachers should reach out to Renee' Vines at 205-928-1410 or [email protected] at their earliest convenience to schedule a workshop. Her calendar is getting full. 😀

I was gifted a Basil Bouquet from one of Tuscaloosa’s Best Master Gardeners! I love it!

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Increase in Cyclosporiasis Cases Highlights Importance of Food Safety - Alabama Cooperative Extension System US health officials have reported an increase in the number of domestic cyclosporiasis cases—an illness caused by the parasite, Cyclospora.

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Urban Green: Back 2 Basics Wednesdays Webinar Series - Alabama Cooperative Extension System Join us for the Urban Green: Back 2 Basics Wednesdays webinar series where our experts will discuss seasonal gardening and landscaping.

Grow More, Give More 250 Pound Challenge - As of July 27, fresh produce donations have been reported in 38 counties! Below is the current county leaderboard.

1st Place Marshall County: 6,055 lb
2nd Place Tuscaloosa County: 4,158 lb

PLEASE HELP TUSCALOOSA GET BACK TO FIRST PLACE! Call us at (205) 349-4630 to help!

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Have you donated produce through the Grow More Give More 250 Pound Challenge? Share a photo of your harvest in the comments and tell us which Alabama county you’re representing!

The challenge continues through Labor Day, so there is still plenty of time to harvest, donate, and help neighbors in need. Keep growing, Alabama!

You can find all the details about the 250 Pound Challenge and track your donations here: aces.edu/go/250Challenge.