Jul 7, by Campbell Sandlin, Sweet Grown Alabama Intern
From Pumpkins to Flower Pickin'
The Bennetts started their journey in agritourism 13 years ago when Jim Bennett, current owner of Bennett Farms, had a vision of building something for future generations to enjoy. This ‘Field ...
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Jul 1, by Bryce Roland, Sweet Grown Alabama Intern
Family Legacy Continues with Multi-Generational Cattle Operation
Tucked within the hills of Lineville, Alabama sits Rockin’ U Farm, a fourth generation cattle operation. Chris and Jordyn Upchurch along with their young son Charlie continue to carry on the ...
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Jun 22, by Sarah Forland
The Sweet Summer Season
It’s the end of June and the Forland Family Farm and Market are in the midst of their busiest season. The peach orchard is in full bloom, with boxes of peaches ...
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Jun 21, by Eat Alabama Seafood
Fill Your Plate With These Seven Underreated Alabama Gulf Fish
There are lots of Alabama Gulf fish that are popular and well loved.
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Jun 9
‘Sweet Grown Alabama Act’ Expands Opportunities for Alabama Farmers
On April 11, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed the ‘Sweet Grown Alabama Act,’ which includes farmer-produced value-added products in existing agricultural sales tax exemptions.
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Jun 9
Sweet Grown Alabama U-Pick Blueberry Patches Now Open!
They may be mighty small, but Sweet Grown Alabama blueberries pack a punch not only with fantastic flavors but also with their natural antioxidants and vitamins!
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May 23, by Marlee Moore
Sweet Summer Signals Season For Fresh Produce
The Allman family nestles thousands of leafy transplants into the soil each spring, laying the groundwork for colorful produce to pepper Straight Mountain come summer.
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May 5, by Sarah Cook, Community Programs Coordinator City of Auburn
City Market – Fresh, Local, Handmade
Fresh, local and handmade are the core values of City Market, Auburn's farmers market that takes place every Saturday morning in the summer.
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Apr 5, by Larry LouAllen
Five Generations of Farm Fun
LouAllen Farms is a fifth-generation farm. The original farm was purchased by my grandfather in 1940, my father bought the farm in 1948, and I purchased it in 2003.
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