Environment

Explore the latest research, teaching and outreach related to natural resources, agriculture, ecosystems, and the interconnectivity of our environment.

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October 28, 2024

New Texas A&M AgriLife faculty member to support research on plant-fungal interactions

Baoye He joins Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology

A man in jeans and black T-shirt, stands in wooded setting
October 25, 2024

Hibbitts adds herpetology expertise to Texas A&M Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology

New role and innovative classes will introduce students to reptile and amphibian conservation, ecology

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

A coyote with dark skin in the late-stage of mange.
October 15, 2024

From spooky lore to science fact: Unmasking the ‘chupacabra’

Texas A&M AgriLife expert provides scientific explanation for the paranormal creature

A pollinator on a purple flower
October 14, 2024

Texas Master Naturalist Program receives award to support native pollinators statewide

H-E-B Grocery Company funds projects through Pollinators for Texas initiative

A colorful butterfly sits on someone's index finger.
October 10, 2024

Texas Master Naturalist Program receives Stephen Kellert Award

National award recognizes outstanding contributions to conservation; connecting people with nature

a rocky shoreline long a river bend
October 9, 2024

Riparian and stream ecosystem workshop for Matagorda Bay watersheds set for Oct. 30

Area residents are invited to the free program.

A cluster of bats hanging upside down in a cave.
October 8, 2024

Millions of bats call Texas home sweet home

Separating fact from fiction about this fascinating flying mammal

October 7, 2024

Environmental education impacts and measurement workshop set for Oct. 22 in Dallas

Outreach and education professionals can learn new evaluation skills

October 4, 2024

Fall Community Stream Cleanup for Geronimo and Alligator creeks will be held Oct. 19

Annual event removes litter from streambanks, roadways and other public spaces

October 1, 2024

The strange types of spiderwebs found in nature

AgriLife Extension specialist unravels the strategies of different spiderweb styles

September 27, 2024

Eagle Mountain Lake water quality training set for Oct. 15

Workshop includes discussion on watershed systems, types and sources of water pollution

A young woman in waders holds a bucket and stands at the edge of a pond.
September 25, 2024

Pond management myths and missteps subject of Oct. 15 webinar

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service program to address array of management misconceptions

September 23, 2024

Turf management and rainwater harvesting training set for Oct. 4 in New Braunfels

Free soil testing will be available

A grove of trees with light green leaves
September 20, 2024

Texas tree care challenges focus of new arborist on plant pathology team

Adams set to address diverse tree population and complex health issues

September 20, 2024

AgriLife Extension webinar to cover white-tailed deer health and management

Oct. 3 program includes special focus on chronic wasting disease

Flames rise above grass during a prescribed fire.
September 13, 2024

Prescribed fire and wildfire prevention conference set for Sept. 28 in Decatur

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Wise County Office of Emergency Management host educational event

September 12, 2024

Three ways to protect migratory birds this fall

Lights Out, Texas! asks Texans to do their part to prevent light pollution

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 10, 2024

Cypress Creek, Blanco River water quality training set for Sept. 24 in Wimberley

Workshop to help residents learn about water resources, local watershed protection