by Matt Lollar | Mar 21, 2025
Manure from livestock has been used by farmers and gardeners since the beginning of farming, with evidence of the benefits of manure are documented dating back nearly 8,000 years. Manure can help improve soil, but there are a couple common misconceptions about its...
by Daniel J. Leonard | Nov 22, 2024
Another year has almost come and gone for Central Panhandle (Jackson, Calhoun, Washington, and Holmes County) farmers. Peanuts and cotton planted back in April and May have reached maturity and have mostly been harvested. So, with the end of the season upon us,...
by Matt Lollar | Oct 4, 2024
Mushrooms aren’t the first crop that comes to mind when designating use of the back forty. However, it may be a crop to consider for spots with some tree cover. And mushroom production can bring in significant revenue to the farm, because shiitake mushrooms...
by Abbey Smith | Feb 23, 2024
The 2024 Tri-State Fruit & Vegetable Annual Conference was held on Wednesday, January 31. There were 6 educational presentations and a tradeshow with 14 booths with representatives who provide knowledge, products, and services to our growers in the...
by Matt Lollar | Dec 8, 2023
The Alabama Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association would like to invite you to their Annual Conference & Trade Show scheduled for February 14th to 16th, at The Lodge at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, Alabama. This year’s conference features a...
