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The Alabama Wine Trail, Alabama's newest tourist trail, promotes the state's eight wineries. Producing a wide variety of wines including regional favorites such as peach and muscadine to traditionals such as chardonnay and merlot, Alabama vintners hope the Alabama Wine Trail will bring more tourists to their area and through their doors. more...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers about severe reactions to "Total Body Formula" and "Total Body Mega Formula." The distributor, Total Body Essential Nutrition of Atlanta, is recalling the dietary supplement products after reports of reactions. more...
Commissioner Sparks recently returned from a succesful trade mission to the Eastern European country of Ukraine.  The mission was the first American trade mission to participate in a food based trade show in Ukraine. more...
Agriculture & Industries Commissioner Ron Sparks and Montgomery’s Mayor Bobby Bright announced a partnership to turn used cooking oils into biodiesel fuel for City vehicles last fall. Today was the grand opening of the newly constructed Center for Alternative Fuels Biodiesel Production facility. more...
Farm Fresh Produce!
The 2008 Alabama U-Pick Directory is a guide to u-pick operations and agricultural tourism opportunities throughout the state. Visiting Alabama U-Pick farms is a family event that can be enjoyed all year long at these Alabama Farms.

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In The Field
A seed analyst from the Seed Lab Division is shown testing for germination to determine how well the seed grows. To protect consumers, the Seed Lab also does a purity test. The seeds then go under germination by temperature and then are separated to make sure the seeds are not bad. This test will show if the seeds are labeled correctly and ensure that the consumer will get what they pay for.
Product Spotlight
Whether you are hosting a large gathering or just an impromptu guest, Mamie’s Cheese Wafers are a delicious cheddar cheese and pecan appetizer that is great for all occasions! Mamie’s Famous Cheese Wafers come in ready-to-bake frozen rolls which are simply sliced and baked and served hot and fresh right out of the oven for your guests, providing a delicious homemade taste! more...
Savory Spring Recipe...
Moore's Marinade Stew with Alaga Hot Sauce!
This yummy, easy to fix stew is perfect for a spring outing and good for you too with its large dose of Alabama farmers market vegetables. But we can't forget the secret weapon to its arousing flavor…the Moore's Original Marinade topped with Alaga Hot Sauce! Click here for the delicious recipe!
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May 12, 2008

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