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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

people out planting trees in a College Station park
June 26, 2025

Texas A&M Forest Service awards $4 million for community forestry projects

Funding will help 18 organizations address urban challenges with nature-based solutions

airplane with red fire retardant spraying out
June 25, 2025

Legislators allocate almost $630 million to Texas A&M Forest Service

New funds will support wildfire suppression aircraft, volunteer fire departments

land cleared through a tree area
June 11, 2025

Texas A&M Forest Service awards wildfire mitigation grants

$155,000 provided to assist landowners to reduce risk and severity of wildfires

steaks on a grill with fire below
May 23, 2025

Stop wildfires before they start: Memorial Day and summer safety tips

Be aware of outdoor activities that might cause a spark

students build a fire line
May 21, 2025

First responders attend East Texas wildland fire academy

Training focuses on skills and interagency coordination

oak wilt exhibited on leaves
May 19, 2025

Oak wilt cost-share program available to minimize spread in Texas

Trenching and removal are among approved suppression practices

a wildfire rises behind a homestead
May 5, 2025

Wildfire Awareness Month highlights proactive safety strategies

May is the time to get a plan and a go-kit prepared

East Texas landowners at centennial event in Fairchild forest
April 28, 2025

Texas A&M Forest Service celebrates Fairchild Forest centennial

Event showcased long-term pine management, native grass establishment and wildlife conservation efforts

A river flows along tree-lined banks.
April 21, 2025

Texas Soil and Water Stewardship Week celebrates native ecosystems

Texas A&M AgriLife agencies help promote importance of voluntary land stewardship

Texas A&M Forest Service Leadership Institute graduate picture with 22 men and women
April 11, 2025

Texas A&M Forest Service Leadership Institute graduates fifth cohort

Institute provides opportunities for personal, professional growth

a vehicle approaches a wildfire on the side of a road
March 13, 2025

Texas volunteer fire departments receive $2.1 million in grants

Texas A&M Forest Service funding to aid 94 rural programs with equipment purchases

February 28, 2025

Prepare for wildfires as potential continues

Texas fire personnel and equipment activated as wildfire numbers increase

a shiny green but invasive species in Texas, the Emerald ash borer sits on a green leaf
February 24, 2025

Mitigating the impacts of invasive species in Texas

Trees, pests and diseases to track and manage

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
February 7, 2025

Board of Regents honors Texas A&M AgriLife professionals

Seven leaders across Texas A&M AgriLife recognized for exceptional contributions to people of Texas

Oak wilt on tree leaves
February 4, 2025

Prevent the spread of oak wilt in Texas

Don’t prune or wound oak trees through June

Burned grass and smoldering trees
January 30, 2025

Wildfire preparedness meeting scheduled for Feb. 13 in Canadian

Attendees can meet with professionals, community leaders 

Two men stand with their awards
January 29, 2025

Texas A&M Forest Service wins Blue Legacy Award

Award recognizes jointly administered Texas Forestry Best Management Practices Program

a group of people with their backs turned look at forest site
January 9, 2025

Texas A&M Forest Service honors law enforcement officers

Dedicated to conserve and protect natural resources

January 8, 2025

Vice Chancellor’s Awards in Excellence honor personnel

Individuals and teams recognized for exceptional contributions