Dallas County-Alabama Extension

05/26/2026

Garden-U Course

Garden-U is a self-paced, online course taught by Alabama Cooperative Extension System agents and specialists. Lessons include research-based information on horticultural topics such as home lawns, trees, shrubs, annual and perennial flowers, and vegetable gardening. Read more https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/lawn-garden/garden-u-course/

05/21/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th. We will open on Tuesday, May 26th at 7:30 a.m.

05/20/2026

4-H Avian Bowl Video

Come join the fun at the 4-H Avian Bowl. Alabama 4-H Avian Bowl is ...

05/18/2026

Fuel for Life

The Dallas County Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) will be offering “Fuel for Life” nutrition classes for teens in the 10th-12th grades. Classes will include Cooking Basics, Nutrition Basics, Bowl Meals, Snack Smart, Eating Out, and Fuel with a Purpose. After each lesson, students will have physical activity time, then assist with preparing a recipe. The classes are designed to teach nutritional values, preparing foods in the kitchen and living a healthy lifestyle that includes daily exercise. Classes start June 11th, and will be taught Thursday’s at 10:00 am -11:30 am, for six weeks. Contact the Dallas County Extension office to enroll at 334-875-3200.

05/18/2026

Asian Longhorned Tick Brings New Concern for Alabama Livestock, Pets

Alabama livestock and pet owners should be on the lookout for a new pest. Last month, the Asian longhorned tick was detected for the first time in the state on a dog in DeKalb County. While several other tick species are common in Alabama, the reproductive capabilities of this tick create an enhanced health concern for animals. Read more https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/farming/asian-longhorned-tick-brings-new-concern-for-alabama-livestock-pets/

05/18/2026

Get Outside with Alabama Smart Yards Webinar Series

Join the Alabama Cooperative Extension System for the Get Outside with Alabama Smart Yards webinar series. This online series is brought to you by the Home Horticulture team. Throughout the year, the team will provide 30-minute segments on common gardening information, home pests, fruits, vegetables, wildlife, and much more. Read more https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/lawn-garden/smart-yards-online-series/

05/18/2026

Peanut Planting Considerations: Ways to Address Seeding Rate Issues

Peanut planting is underway across the state, with most growers hoping to wrap up the planting season within the next few weeks. As with other row crops, planter issues are common when planting peanuts. Read more https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/crop-production/peanut-planting-considerations-ways-to-address-seeding-rate-issues/

05/18/2026

Older Americans Month: Champion Your Health

Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is observed in May. The Administration for Community Living, a federal agency, leads the month of observance. Read more https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/home-family-urban/older-americans-month/

05/18/2026

When: May 28, 2026
Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Location: Wilcox County Health Department
107 Union St.,
Camden, AL 36726
Cost: $25 certification fee
Register: www.aces.edu/go/cottagefood
Contact: Alice Moore at 334-216-0738

05/12/2026

The Dallas County Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) will be offering “Fuel for Life” nutrition classes for teens in the 10th-12th grades. Classes will include Cooking Basics, Nutrition Basics, Bowl Meals, Snack Smart, Eating Out, and Fuel with a Purpose. After each lesson, students will have physical activity time, then assist with preparing a recipe. The classes are designed to teach nutritional values, preparing foods in the kitchen and living a healthy lifestyle that includes daily exercise. Classes start June 11th, and will be taught Thursday’s at 10:00 am -11:30 am, for six weeks. Contact the Dallas County Extension office to enroll at 334-875-3200.

05/12/2026

City of Selma staff take part in recent chainsaw safety training

On April 20th and 21st, nine staff members from the Selma City Public Works department took part in a two-day chainsaw safety training. The training was taught by Mr. Gary Ickes of Ickes Tree Service and was made possible through a collaborative effort by Ala-Tom RC&D Council, Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES), and the Selma Public Works Department. The Dallas County Extension office would like to thank Mrs. Ickes, and Alabama Cooperative Agent Jack Rowe for their effort towards coordinating and providing instruction for the training. We would also like to thank Public Works Director Henry Hicks, and Assistant Director Otis Lee for seeing the value in this continuing education opportunity and for being willing local ACES partners.