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2025 Spring Workshops offer gardening insights at Gulf Coast Research & Extension Center
The Gulf Coast Research & Extension Center will host a series of engaging gardening workshops this spring, offering local enthusiasts the chance to enhance their gardening skills through hands-on … more
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Drone shots from West Beach near Little Lagoon on July 20, 2023.
Spring break is approaching. That means no alcohol on Baldwin County beaches in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach
GULF SHORES — Following suit from previous years, alcohol will not be allowed on city beaches during college spring break in an effort to deincentivize partying for a "family-focuse" … more
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The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board will consider removing the exception for one redfish longer than 26 inches in the daily bag limit.
David Rainer on Outdoor Alabama: Research on inshore species yields interesting revelations
Research into numerous saltwater fish species has produced some interesting revelations, including how important the Mobile-Tensaw Delta is to the recruitment of those species, which include southern … more
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Alabama Extension: Nationwide cattle inventory down, no surprise for producers
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — The United States Department of Agriculture released its 2025 cattle inventory report on Friday, Jan. 31. The report showed a one percent decrease in the national cattle … more
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To prune or not to prune, that is the question: Pruning 101 on the Gulf Coast - Cultivating the Coast with Kitti Cooper
Late winter on the Gulf Coast means one thing — pruning season! It's time to grab your clippers, roll up your sleeves and give your trees and shrubs a much-needed haircut. While it may … more
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Numerous representatives of Alabama agricultural and economic development groups gathered in downtown Montgomery earlier this month for the "Agriculture and Forestry Grow Alabama" announcement. Numbers revealed agriculture and forestry contribute $77.3 billion to Alabama's economy and the industries employ 273,271 people. Those making the announcement included, from left, Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell, Alabama Agribusiness Council Executive Director Grace Ellis and Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate.
Agriculture, forestry drive Alabama economy with $77.3 billion impact
Agriculture and forestry are not only essential to daily life but also play a crucial role in Alabama's economy, contributing $77.3 billion annually and ranking among the state's top industries. … more
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Thank-A-Farmer Press Conference
Alabama launches 'Thank a Farmer' initiative to honor agricultural workers
Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate has launched the state's "Thank a Farmer" initiative, a campaign aimed at increasing public appreciation for farmers and raising awareness of the origins of … more
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Baldwin County branches out for Arbor Day celebrations
Communities across Baldwin County are ready to turn over a new leaf as they gear up for Arbor Day celebrations, bringing a forest of excitement to local residents. From Bay Minette to Gulf … more
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Two North Atlantic right whales, identified as Koala and Curlew, were spotted off the Alabama coast on Feb. 2.
Endangered North Atlantic right whales spotted off Orange Beach Gulf coast
ORANGE BEACH — Two North Atlantic right whales were spotted on Feb. 2 near Orange Beach's shore from about 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. as they slowly swam west along the coast. Ruth Carmichael, … more
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The completion of the rebuilding of Gulf State Park Pier was one of the highlights of 2024.
David Rainer on Outdoor Alabama: ADCNR strives to continue trend in 2025 after success in 2024
To say 2024 was an outstanding year for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) would border on understatement, and plans for 2025 will continue that trend, according to … more
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Alabama State Parks Director Matthew Capps (far left) and ADCNR Commissioner Chris Blankenship (far right) are pictured with Eagle Award winners who attended the awards ceremony Feb. 1 at Lake Guntersville State Park.
Salty Kidz president wins State Parks award for programs at Gulf, Meaher
Alabama State Parks honored this year's Eagle Award winners on Saturday, Feb. 1, during Eagle Awareness Weekend at Lake Guntersville State Park. The Eagle Awards, sponsored by the Alabama State … more
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After the fish kill in Gulf Shores' Little Lagoon the week of Jan. 21, where thousands of mullet were found belly-up along the shorelines after a cold-snap that brought up to 10 inches of snow to Baldwin County, you may be wondering whether it will affect the Flora-Bama's annual Mullet Toss.
After recent Gulf Shores fish kill, what will happen to the Mullet Toss?
After the fish kill in Gulf Shores' Little Lagoon the week of Jan. 21, where thousands of mullet were found belly-up along the shorelines after a cold-snap that brought up to 10 inches of snow to … more
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Featured above is a clip from the video on GCM's Instagram page of a video from Miss Brianna of the whales passing in front of Captain Bobby Kelly's boat.
Endangered right whales spotted offshore Orange Beach in Gulf waters
Whales, identified on the Gulf State Park’s Facebook page as the critically endangered Rice’s whales, were spotted Sunday, Feb. 3, not far off the coast from Perdido Pass. Several … more
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FruitGuys Community Fund seeks to expand reach with 2025 grant cycle, Alabama farmers encouraged to apply by Jan. 31
The FruitGuys Community Fund (TFGCF) is expanding its mission to support small, sustainable farms across the U.S., including those in Alabama. Since its inception in 2012, the fund has awarded … more
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A massive fish kill is seen in Little Lagoon in Gulf Shores on Jan. 26 after a record-breaking cold snap accompanied the snow on Jan. 21 that blanketed Baldwin County and much of the Gulf Coast region.
Snow storm's cold-snap kills thousands of mullet in Gulf Shores, Baldwin County
This week’s snowstorm may not have been a deadly weather event like hurricanes and fires often are to humans, but massive fish kills can be seen – and smelled – along Alabama Gulf … more
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Grapefruit slushies, anyone? "Leaf drop and twig dieback are common," Kitti Cooper of Cooper Farm in Foley says, "but most mature trees will bounce back. Oranges, satsumas and grapefruits are the tough guys of the citrus world, while lemons and limes can be a little more delicate, especially when young. If the trunk is intact and the roots are healthy, new growth is just around the corner.”
'I'm not dead!' - Alabama Gulf Coast garden experts on what to do with your plants once the snow melts, post-freeze
It might have been hard to notice when everything was blindingly white, but now that this week’s historic snowfall has – mostly – melted, you might be realizing your plants … more
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Janel Hawkins, owner of and sculptor for Sand Castle University, visited the beach to create a snowy sandcastle with a mini snowman too.
Sand Castle University spends a day as Snow Castle University after Gulf Shores winter storm
GULF SHORES – White sand beaches take on a whole new meaning as the winter storm brought several inches of snow to the Alabama coast, giving Sand Castle University’s Janel Hawkins a new … more
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Winter weather shelters: Warming stations and overnight shelters open in Baldwin, Mobile counties
There are several warming centers and stations open in Mobile ahead of winter weather that will chill southern Alabama starting Sunday evening. Waterfront Rescue Mission Opens Jan. 18 … more
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Kitti Cooper, of Cooper Farm in Foley, demonstrates what it should look like to tent a tree against a freeze.
Expert advice: Here's how to prepare your plants, citrus trees for a winter freeze in Baldwin County, Alabama Gulf Coast
As Baldwin County and coastal Alabama brace for extreme cold and maybe even snow, now is the time to prepare your plants to make it through. For citrus trees and other plants that are planted … more
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Safer Place shelter to open Sunday in Foley ahead of winter weather
 In anticipation of winter weather conditions, Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is partnering with St. Paul’s Episcopal Church to provide a Safer Place shelter for … more
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