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May 1st, 2024
...in complex communities and with plant roots, and how these interactions affect soil carbon, nutrient cycling and plant health. Wang said microbial communities influence a range of soil health and...
April 30th, 2024
...planting corn to take advantage of the moisture and fields were being prepped for cotton planting. Wheat was starting to head out. Many producers pulled cattle off wheat pastures before...
April 30th, 2024
...our region’s top students.” Auvermann thanked the Bradshaws for getting this fundraising started. “Their support for 4-H and their enthusiasm for Texas A&M AgriLife’s growth in the Panhandle are a...
April 24th, 2024
...Plant Growth Regulation and currently serves on the Frontiers in Plant Microbiology editorial board. She earned her bachelor’s degree in biology in 2001 and her master’s in genetics in 2005...
April 24th, 2024
...planet-wide impact. Jorge Arreola Vargas, Ph.D., is an instructional assistant professor in the Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife) Vargas is an instructional assistant professor who...
April 23rd, 2024
...interaction, professional development and service. The program, led by seasoned members, fosters mentorship, personal growth for freshmen, and leadership opportunities for upperclassmen. Additionally, the council utilized department representatives to educate...
April 23rd, 2024
...201. The class is a staple lecture course in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Horticultural Sciences, covering topics on plant growth, genetics, pruning, grafting...
April 23rd, 2024
...and vegetable planting increased. Several producers planted Sudan grass for hay and grazing. Sorghum planting continued, with some already emerging. Pecan crops were suffering. The wheat crop was mostly in...
April 22nd, 2024
...weeds, as well as how to make recommendations based on their scouting results. On the agenda The topics and speakers will be: Cotton growth and development — Tyler Mays, AgriLife Extension...
April 19th, 2024
...sustainability. Because PFAS are difficult to degrade, there are great concerns that accumulation of toxic PFAS compounds could impact soil and water quality and subsequently human, plant and animal health....
April 18th, 2024
...Feeding the world by revolutionizing corn breeding and genetics 2023 AAAS Fellow Seth Murray, Ph.D., has been honored for his contributions to plant breeding and crop science. (Texas A&M AgriLife)...
April 18th, 2024
...counseling field and encourage diversity, create trust with people and help them grow as leaders for whatever aspect that might be in their lives.” Personal growth and serving others in...
April 18th, 2024
Climate-smart agricultural practices, tomato grafting and hydroponics featured The May 2 Uvalde Spring Field Day will feature a hands-on demonstration on how to graft tomato plants. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)...
April 17th, 2024
...service. Junior Master Gardener volunteering at the National Leader Training Conference in 2022. (Sam Craft/Texas A&M AgriLife) We also do diagnostic work where people can come in with a plant...
April 17th, 2024
...as garbage or plants, at night. However, animals living farther from cities and other developed areas are more cautious of possible human encounters. Webb said these findings make sense when...
April 16th, 2024
...planting was wrapping up, and the crop was off to a good start. Some early planted cotton had emerged. Cotton planted in the areas that received heavy rainfall may need...
April 15th, 2024
...from across the College are the 2023 Senior Merit honorees: Chris Barron, Department of Soil and Crop Sciences. Julia Belz, Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology. Conley Boatright, Department of...
April 15th, 2024
...Department of Soil and Crop Sciences, Amarillo. Cotton plant mapping: Hands-on practice — High Plains integrated pest management team. Plant diseases in summer crops — Ken Obasa, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension...
April 12th, 2024
...Station. Newsom Vineyards history — Nolan Newsom, Newsom Vineyards owner, Plains. Spray coverage under netted conditions — Kirk Williams, Texas Tech University Department of Plant and Soil Science senior teacher,...
April 10th, 2024
...the existing infrastructure, such as native plants and natural habitat that support our local bird population. We hope the program will set a precedent for our campus and other campuses...
