Timbercruiser's advice is sound. i too hu nt Alabama - south of Montgomery, mostly around Eufaula and Fitzpatrick. Food plot planting is a simple process, but one that needs to be followed for optimum results. Soil testing is a step in the right dorection, and when the recomendations are followed leads to a fine result. As for what to plant, in my opinion ther is no need to go to the high-dollar, oft advertised stuff. A simple mix of buck-wheat, oats and Crimson Clover is sufficient. A good mix can be found at a Quality Co-Op. I think it is called "Buck Blend" and runs under $20/50#. That will do about an acre. Stand location is a key and Timbercruiser hit on the head.