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A windmill with a cloudy sky behind it
July 7, 2025

Well water screenings set for South Texas July 16-18

Water samples will be screened for contaminants, salinity

A crowd shot from the back of the room at the Beef Cattle Short Course
July 3, 2025

Texas A&M’s Beef Cattle Short Course tackles markets, herd management Aug. 4-6

Maximizing high calf prices, weather, markets and New World screwworm among hot topics

A pond with lily pads.
July 3, 2025

Debunking pond water quality myths focus of July 22 webinar

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service program to dispel myths related to water quality

an array of fruits and vegetables
July 3, 2025

‘Managing Diabetes’ class set for Aug. 2 in Waxahachie

Course geared toward individuals impacted by Type 2 diabetes 

A Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito.
July 2, 2025

Reduce your risk of West Nile virus infection

Stay safe from mosquito-borne disease by preventing bites

Texas A&M AgriLife in white on a maroon background
July 2, 2025

Blanek named AgriLife Extension administrator in Far West Texas

Will provide leadership in educational program impact, community engagement

wheat in the field
July 1, 2025

Wheat harvest wraps up with mixed yields

Texas Crop and Weather Report - July 1, 2025

Table decor with American flags and a small wooden sign reading “Home of the Brave”
July 1, 2025

4 tips for a safe Fourth of July

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share guidance on fireworks, heat, food safety and mosquitoes

A man walking among plants in a greenhouse
July 1, 2025

Greenhouse and nursery pest management seminar July 25 in Overton

Program will provide the latest information on emerging pests, best management practices 

Stiles Farm Field Day sign
June 30, 2025

Emerging agriculture technologies highlight Stiles Farm Field Day

Experimental soybeans, smart weed control and water issues spark insight

two men standing with one holding a plaque
June 27, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife dairy leader honored for lifetime impact

Tomaszewski, students earn top recognitions at American Dairy Science Association meeting

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
June 27, 2025

AgriLife Extension hires new agents and program specialists

New personnel will lead educational outreach and programming in their communities

A horse looks out over a vast rangeland.
June 27, 2025

AgriLife Extension offers new online rangeland ecology course

Program provides key management information for landowners and natural resource professionals

A woman with two watermelons on a table.
June 26, 2025

3 tips to pick out a sweet watermelon

A ripe, juicy watermelon can be a mouthwatering snack on a hot summer day

A man stands in the back of a greenhouse with corn plants growing in small containers.
June 25, 2025

A season in decline — diagnosing a failing crop

AgriLife Extension supports growers, mitigates risks with new corn disease identification in the High Plains

A butterfly landing on a flower
June 25, 2025

Four entomology insect identification classes set for August

Virtual class will explore common insect families

Cotton plants covered in water and mud.
June 24, 2025

Mixed bag of rain and drought for Texas growers

Texas Crop and Weather Report - June 24, 2025

A tree-lined pond.
June 24, 2025

Real estate-focused pond assessment webinar scheduled for July 8

AgriLife Extension program provides pond-related information for real estate agents and new landowners

Rice paddy field
June 23, 2025

77th Beaumont Rice Field Day set for July 10

Field day will feature latest rice breeding, disease weed and pest management research

Justin Scheiner looking at bottles of wine
June 20, 2025

Scheiner receives national award for impact in viticulture

Award recognizes leadership in bridging science with real-world impact across Texas’ growing wine industry