Kay Ledbetter

Kay Ledbetter is communications coordinator for Texas A&M AgriLife. Additionally, she is responsible for writing news releases and feature articles from science-based information generated by the agency across the state, as well as the associated media relations.

All posts by Kay Ledbetter

a smiling man in a maroon tie and blue suit in an outdoor setting

October 25, 2024

Xu named editor of prestigious plant breeding journal

AgriLife Research corn breeder brings expertise to Journal of Plant Registrations

A man stands in a red shirt in an outdoor setting

October 18, 2024

New AgriLife Research genomicist plans to start at the molecular level to improve Texas crops

Jayakodi to focus on turfgrasses and controlled environment crops

closeup of diesel nut peanuts

October 17, 2024

Texas A&M AgriLife to develop market for high-oil peanuts

Peanut breeders establishing new opportunity to support U.S. growers

closeup of peanuts

October 16, 2024

Texas peanut production climbs in 2024

Texas Crop and Weather Report

cattle in the foreground and a horse and rider in the back

October 9, 2024

Beef industry comes together for first Texas A&M Beef Sustainability Summit Nov. 11-12 in College Station

New event to discuss economic, environmental and social sustainability of the industry

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September 19, 2024

New agents fill AgriLife Extension positions across the state

Agency personnel provide educational programming, outreach in their respective communities

September 12, 2024

Texas A&M AgriLife researchers identify novel approach to minimize nitrogen loss in crops

Biological nitrification inhibition trait in sorghum may allow reduced fertilizer use and greenhouse gas emissions

September 11, 2024

Connecting students to the dairy industry

U.S. Dairy Education and Training Consortium offers unique educational opportunity for future industry leaders

September 11, 2024

Texas A&M AgriLife home to world’s top animal science researchers

Fuller Bazer and Guoyao Wu ranked No. 1 and No. 2 in the world for animal science research

August 22, 2024

Texas A&M System Chancellor Sharp named ‘Man of the Year in Texas Agriculture’

Texas County Agricultural Agents Association recognize Sharp’s support

August 20, 2024

Cotton crop faring better than past two drought years

Texas Crop and Weather Report

August 14, 2024

Cow-calf producers weigh options for herd replacements

AgriLife Extension experts offer advice for rebuilding the herd

August 9, 2024

‘Where’s the Beef?’ program expands outreach to direct beef sales industry

Videos add unique, personal perspectives to AgriLife Extension program

August 7, 2024

Improving natural resource conservation through agricultural producer collaborations

Texas A&M AgriLife Research to lead three major grants

August 5, 2024

Top wheat ‘Picks’ list released by AgriLife Extension

Some new varieties among producer options

August 2, 2024

Texas A&M animal science expertise leads at international conference

Department of Animal Science faculty and students recognized by American Society of Animal Science

July 31, 2024

Superior Service Awards honor outstanding AgriLife Extension employees

Exceptional dedication and service recognized

A large auditorium filled with men and women, many in cowboy hats, listening to a speaker on stage with a beef cattle presentation.

July 22, 2024

‘Rebuilding the Cow Herd’ theme of Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course on Aug. 5-7

More than 50 educational hours, 20 courses aimed at helping producers bring operations back to full speed.

July 16, 2024

Hurricane Beryl winds damage some crops, others benefit from rain

Texas Crop and Weather Report

July 12, 2024

Ranch Horse Program on Aug. 4 kicks off annual Beef Cattle Short Course in College Station

Equine economics, joint health and renowned horse trainer on the agenda