Macon County Conservation District

05/19/2026

05/11/2026

New research is shedding light on another tool in the fight against feral hogs , prescribed burning.

NDA’s Lindsay Thomas Jr. recently attended the International Wild Pig Conference, and the most notable news to Lindsay, as a deer and habitat manager, had to do with prescribed fire’s effects on wild pigs. Here’s what he learned 👇👇
https://deerassociation.com/fight-feral-hogs-with-fire-what-new-science-reveals/

05/05/2026

Great first day of STEM Day! We loved teaching students about Alabama soils, how they’re formed, and why they’re so important to our environment and agriculture.

04/20/2026

Nature + curiosity = the perfect combo 🌿✨

Our Girl Scouts had a blast on a scavenger hunt and loved trying out nature journaling—slowing down and really taking it all in 💚

04/18/2026

The Macon County Groundwater Festival was a huge success! 💧🌎
3rd graders from across the county came together for a fun, hands-on day learning about water and the environment.

From building edible aquifers and exploring how pollution impacts groundwater, to creating water cycle bracelets and identifying fish and wildlife, students got to experience science in action!

04/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our UAV Training with ACES! We had a great time learning about drone technology, careers, and agricultural uses, plus seeing some exciting flight demonstrations.

04/08/2026

🐄🌱 Cattle and Forage Field Day at the E.V. Smith Research Center 🌱🐄

Get ready for a hands on, informative Field Day you don’t want to miss! The Alabama Cooperative Extension System in partnership with the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station is bringing together top experts to share the latest in forage and beef cattle production.

📍 Location: E.V. Smith Research Center
📅 Date: May 1
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

🔥 What you’ll learn:
✔️ Winter feeding strategies for your cow herd
✔️ Improving soil health in pastures and hayfields
✔️ Cool season forage variety testing insights
✔️ Herbicide options for pasture management
✔️ Research updates and animal health tips

This is a great opportunity to connect with Extension Specialists and Auburn University faculty, gain practical knowledge, and take your operation to the next level!

📲 Register today: https://www.aces.edu/event/cattle-and-forage-field-day-at-the-e-v-smith-research-center/

📞 Or call the Elmore County Extension Office at 334 567 6301

📣 Don’t keep this to yourself share with fellow producers and bring a friend

03/27/2026

Cancelled‼️
Join us for a hands-on look at feral swine exclusion fencing—see it in action, ask questions, and learn how to protect your land.

Spots help us plan—be sure to RSVP today!

📣 ATTENTION MACON COUNTY FARMERS & LANDOWNERS!
You're invited to a Feral Swine Exclusion Fencing Outreach Meeting!
Join us for an informative session featuring a live demonstration on effective exclusion fencing techniques to help protect your land and crops from feral swine damage.
📍 Carver Integrative Sustainability Center
1327 Franklin Rd
Tuskegee, AL 36083
🗓 March 31, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
✔️ Learn practical fencing solutions
✔️ See a live installation demo
✔️ Connect with local conservation partners
🥤 Snacks and drinks will be provided!
📞 RSVP: 334‑498‑0517
📧 [email protected]

03/24/2026

Protect your land. Stop feral swine. The Macon County SWCD offers trap rentals to help landowners fight invasive pigs and protect natural resources.

Call (334) 498- 0517 or email [email protected] for more information