Limestone County - Alabama Extension

What can you plant in the garden in August? More than you might think!
As summer crops begin to wind down, it is time to start preparing for fall gardening. Beans, broccoli, cabbage, collards, kale, lettuce, radishes, turnips, and other vegetables can still be planted, depending on your location in Alabama. Your lawn and landscape also need attention this month, especially when it comes to watering and monitoring for insects and diseases.

Find August planting recommendations and seasonal gardening tips in these resources:
Planting Guide for Home Gardening in Alabama: www.aces.edu/go/5710
Alabama Gardener’s Calendar: https://www.aces.edu/go/6614

Have a gardening question? Complete the Master Gardener Help Request form to connect with a local expert: https://www.aces.edu/go/3352
Keep growing, Alabama!

Alabama Extension is known for providing education and outreach to the people of Alabama through its offices in all 67 counties. Now, thanks to an expanded partnership with Simply Southern TV, Alabama Extension is also reaching audiences weekly as they tune into the show from the comfort of their homes.

Every episode of the 30-minute show now includes a full segment focused on Alabama Extension programs and educational efforts, covering topics in agriculture, forestry and natural resources, human sciences, 4-H, and urban programs. New episodes for the second half of season 12 began airing in July.

Learn more about the partnership between Simply Southern and Alabama Extension and find viewing times in your area here: https://www.aces.edu/go/6638

Celebrate Farmers Market Week, August 2–8, by recognizing the growers, vendors and shoppers who help local farmers markets succeed across Alabama. Every purchase supports local agriculture, strengthens communities and brings fresh, locally grown products to Alabama families.

Whether you are shopping, selling or preparing to sell at a farmers market, Alabama Extension has resources to help:
Grower’s Permit Information: https://www.aces.edu/go/2891
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program: https://www.aces.edu/go/5834
Find Farmers Market Locations: https://www.aces.edu/go/6643
Tips for Shopping and Selling Safe Products: https://www.aces.edu/go/6642
Tips for Marketing at Farmers Markets: https://www.aces.edu/go/6643

This week, and throughout the growing season, remember to grow, shop and sell local! Comment or tag your favorite farmers market and go shop with them this week.

We are currently in 5th place in the Grow More Give More Challenge!! Do you have extra produce in your garden that you would like to donate to a good cause? We have a great way for you to share your fresh produce with others in our community. Read more below!

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.

Workshop for Women: Register here:
www.aces.edu/go/ForestHer-morgan

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Upcoming Meat HACCP Course in Decatur!

This is the last time this class will be offered this year! This two‑day training provides an introduction to HACCP.

Register here:
aces.edu/event/introductory-haccp-training/