Pike County-Alabama Extension

06/01/2026

05/28/2026

Join the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association for the 2026 Wiregrass Cattlemen’s Conference on Thursday, June 25 from 4 PM–8 PM at the Enterprise Civic Center in Enterprise, Alabama! This informative event will feature updates on New World Screwworm and Asian Longhorned Tick concerns, technology in beef management, trade impacts, beef industry opportunities, and more. Attendees can also enjoy a cattle industry trade show and a delicious meal. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and support Alabama’s cattle industry! Learn more at BamaBeef.org/RegionalCookouts.

05/28/2026

🚨 Attention First Responders in Southeast Alabama 🚨

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is offering FREE Venomous Snake Training this June! 🐍

This hands-on training is designed specifically for first responders and will cover:
✅ Venomous snake identification
✅ Non-native venomous snakes
✅ Snakebite response
✅ Handling & securing snakes
✅ Hospital expectations for snakebite care

📍 Training Dates:
• June 10 – Enterprise
• June 11 – Troy
• June 12 – Luverne

🕘 Sessions run from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

🍴 Lunch provided

⚠️ Space is limited and preregistration is required.
Hosted by Alabama Extension, Auburn University, and regional RC&D Councils.

05/22/2026

Over the last three years, consumers have probably noticed that they are paying more for their favorite beef products. While some may think this has cattle famers watching the money pour in, grocery store price tags do not tell the full story. There are a lot of risks and costs that come with being a cattle farmer, and the profits they make may surprise some consumers.

Read more about the current supply and demand of beef cattle: https://www.aces.edu/go/6373

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, Alabama Extension offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. As we pause to reflect on their sacrifice, we encourage everyone to have a safe and healthy holiday. www.aces.edu.

05/21/2026

Get Involved Pike County is currently seeking vendors and community partners for our upcoming Community Resource Fair & School Supply Giveaway on August 3, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Troy Recreation, located at 601 Enzor Road in Troy.
This event is designed to connect families with valuable community resources while helping students prepare for the upcoming school year. We would love for your organization to participate and share information about your services and programs with the community.
Vendor setup will begin at 2:00 p.m., and all vendors must be fully set up by 3:30 p.m. Each vendor will be provided with one 8-foot table and two chairs.

We ask all vendors to bring:
• A tablecloth
• Marketing or informational materials
• A school supply item to distribute to approximately 400 students (markers, crayons, pencils, notebooks, etc.)

Vendor spots are limited, so we encourage you to RSVP as soon as possible by submitting the attached vendor form and your school supply item by July 3, 2026.

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please feel free to contact Abby Peters at [email protected]. We appreciate your support and hope you will join us for this impactful community event.

05/21/2026

🇺🇸 OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE 🇺🇸

In observance of Memorial Day, the Pike County Extension Office will be closed Monday, May 25.

We honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

The office will reopen during normal business hours on Tuesday.

05/15/2026

🥒 Ready to learn the art of preserving at home? 🍓🫙

Join us for the Pickles & Preserves Workshop and discover safe, simple techniques for making your own pickled products and preserves! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this hands-on workshop is perfect for you.

📅 Tuesday, July 14th
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 South Alabama Electric
13192 US-231, Troy

💲 Cost: $10

Register today: https://www.aces.edu/go/6348

05/13/2026

🐍 Venomous Snake Training – Pike County 🐍

Join Alabama Extension for a full-day educational training focused on venomous snake identification, safety, handling protocols, and snakebite response.

📅 June 11, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Troy University Arboretum
101 Pell Ave, Troy, AL 36081

Topics include:
✔️ Venomous snake ID
✔️ Common non-native venomous snakes
✔️ Snake safety and handling
✔️ First responder medicine & bite protocols
✔️ Expectations of hospital snakebite care

⚠️ Space is limited and preregistration is required.
📧 Register at www.aces.edu/go/TroySnakeTraining

Lunch will be provided!

05/12/2026

What is your favorite Alabama native tree?

Alabama is home to one of the most diverse forest ecosystems in the country. ACES has a key to common native trees of Alabama to help home gardeners get to know some of our amazing trees. This guide makes it easy for anyone to identify native trees by their leaves, bark, fruit, and growth habits.

Take the tulip poplar, for example, with its unmistakable tulip‑shaped leaves and springtime blooms that feed bees and hummingbirds. The southern red oak is known for its deeply lobed leaves and resilience in dry upland soils. The American beech, with its smooth gray bark and golden fall foliage, provides food and shelter for countless birds and mammals. Even lesser‑known species like blackgum and sassafras add color, fragrance, and ecological value to Alabama’s forests. Each tree tells a story—and the ACES identification guide helps you learn to recognize them in the wild.

If you’re interested in exploring Alabama’s native trees, this guide is a fantastic place to start. It’s practical, easy to use, and perfect for anyone wanting to deepen their connection to the natural world. Click the link below for the identification guide!

https://www.aces.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/ANR-0509_KeyToNativeCommonTrees_042321L-REVISION.pdf