Horses and pick-up trucks are preferred transportation methods for most cattle farmers and ranchers. But at least once a year, a group of Alabama cattle farmers end up on a tour bus. They’re taking part in the annual Alabama Beef Tour, a week-long trip to another state with stops featuring more than a dozen cattle farms. Enjoy riding along on the 2024 Alabama Beef Tour to Tennessee!
Farming is a great way of life for the Haynes family of Cullman County. They’re raising their five kids on the family cattle and table egg farm. But their lifestyle also comes with challenges — including finding affordable health coverage. Hear more of their story.
The issue of full-time farmers being able to find affordable, quality health coverage is an important one. We continue the conversation with Russ Durrance of the Alabama Farmers Federation. To see more about this topic, visit AHealthyOption.org.
Plus, enjoy a new Discover Alabama Extension piece! Ponds can be beautiful additions to a property, but they have to be managed properly. Thankfully, Alabama Extension employs experts in pond management, including Corey Courtwright. He often guides landowners in making decisions that improve water quality, control weeds and pests, and increase fish populations.
Peanut butter has a lot of protein, so we think that means this recipe fits with new year’s resolutions for healthy eating! See how simple it is to make this Easy Peanut Butter Fudge from Southern Bite. Thanks to the Alabama Peanut Producers Association for making this segment possible!
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