Marengo County-Alabama Extension

08/14/2026

2026 Homestead Day- 8448 AL Hwy 61, Newbern, AL 36765
Join Auburn University Rural Studio and the Aquatic Resources Team of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) for a day of demonstrations, conversations, and activities focused on food, farming, water, land, and home. Explore practical skills and ideas for small land owners. Free event!

08/03/2026

08/03/2026

Eggs are a versatile household staple and a complete source of protein. Whether they come from the grocery store or a backyard flock, they require careful handling from farm to fridge.

The steps are simple. Proper washing, storage, and cooking can help preserve egg quality and reduce food-safety risks. With a little mindful care, consumers can keep eggs safe, nutritious, and delicious.

Read more here: https://www.aces.edu/go/6577

08/03/2026

Congratulations to these young ladies!

Four Alabama 4-H'ers took their poultry knowledge and passion to the next level as the first group of the one-of-a-kind research program, 4-H Poultry Pioneers! 🍀🐣

Over the last year, these high school students have been hard at work conducting research to benefit small flock owners. Working in pairs, the duos used the labs at the Department of Poultry Science at Auburn University to take samples and gather data. The project culminated in Toronto, Canada, at the Poultry Science Association annual meeting where they each presented their research project to poultry scientists from around the world!

🔗To learn more about their path as Poultry Pioneers, visit: https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/4h/4-h-members-try-their-hands-at-research-through-poultry-pioneers/

07/10/2026

(*Not an Extension program.)

GreenSky Gives, Inc. is seeking to enroll eligible farmers, ranchers, and landowners on a first come, first serve basis. Applications will most likely remain open through September. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/DReEHtwZnz

07/06/2026

🌽🍅🥕 The Gainesville Home Grown Fresh Market will be opening soon! 🍓🌻🫑

Are you a local farmer, gardener, baker, or artisan interested in becoming a vendor? We'd love to have you join us!

To participate as a vendor, please contact the Sumter County Extension Office at 205-652-9501, and we will put you in touch with the Market Manager.

Come be a part of supporting local agriculture and bringing fresh, homegrown products to our community!

07/06/2026

Cottage Food Law Safety Training
August 6, 2026
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hale Co. Extension Office

06/09/2026

W**d Management Pasture Walk: Thursday, June 18th, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM. Learn about identification and management of warm-season pasture weeds from Dr. David Russell, Extension W**d Specialist.
Where: 86 Experiment Station State Road, Camden, AL 36726

06/02/2026

Social Smarts & Arts
June 23 & 24, 2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marengo County Extension Office

06/02/2026

Are you in need of Cottage Food Law Safety Training? Extension Agent Alice Moore is conducting a class this summer.
Where: Hale County Extension Office
When: August 6th, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Register at the link below.