Colbert County-Alabama Extension

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Fun fact -Butterflies use their long, straw-like tongue to drink nectar from deep within flowers.

The Great Southeast Pollinator Census is coming up August 21 and 22.

Learn more about wasps and the Great Southeast Pollinator Census: https://www.aces.edu/go/6393.

Pollinator of the Month - Butterflies & Moths

Fun fact -Butterflies use their long, straw-like tongue to drink nectar from deep within flowers.

The Great Southeast Pollinator Census is coming up August 21 and 22.

Learn more about wasps and the Great Southeast Pollinator Census: https://www.aces.edu/go/6393.

05/28/2026

Thinking about using an “honor system” stand for your cottage food business?

Under Alabama’s Cottage Food Law, this is allowed if the stand is located on your own property. Cottage food products MUST still be sold DIRECTLY to the consumer, so selling from off-site locations (like roadside stands away from your home or in stores) IS NOT PERMITTED.

Do you have questions about cottage food rules? Our local Food Safety Extension Agent, Susan Hill, is here to help! She may be contacted at (

Thinking about using an “honor system” stand for your cottage food business?

Under Alabama’s Cottage Food Law, this is allowed if the stand is located on your own property. Cottage food products must still be sold directly to the consumer, so selling from off-site locations (like roadside stands away from your home or in stores) is not permitted.

Have questions about cottage food rules? We’re here to help!

05/27/2026

🎣 4‑H BIGGEST Catch is back! 🎣
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Alabama Extension is excited to invite youth ages 9–18 to participate in 4‑H BIGGEST Catch, a statewide virtual fishing and fish art opportunity for Alabama youth.

Participants can fish and/or create art on their own time from June 5 to 15 and submit entries online. No prior 4‑H experience is required.

Alabama 4-H invites everyone ages 9 to 18 to test their fishing skills through 4-H BIGGEST Catch, a virtual fishing contest!

05/27/2026

Spots are filling fast!!!!

🍀🍀🍀🍀Summer fun is almost here!☀️🍀🍀🍀🍀
Our 4‑H🍀summer workshops will be packed with hands‑on activities and plenty of smiles.

Check out the flyer and call📞the office at (256) 386-8571 to save your spot!

05/26/2026

Tomatoes are the most popular crop for Alabama vegetable gardens, but getting the most out of the tomatoes you plant requires more planning and careful work than any other crop.

Check out these resources available.
Grow More Tomatoes: https://www.aces.edu/go/2961
The Alabama Vegetable Gardener: https://www.aces.edu/go/6298
From the Ground Up Podcast: https://www.aces.edu/go/6299

You can search for more resources on our website. www.aces.edu

And don't forget to tell us you favorite way to enjoy a fresh, homegrown tomato!

05/25/2026

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.

05/23/2026

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.