Farm & Ranch

Our experts share the latest research developments, teaching innovations and best practices in farming, ranching, land management for Texans.

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Bhimu Patil, Ph.D., standing with his arms folded against a black background. He is wearing a grey stripped jacket with a blue tie.
February 27, 2025

Patil steps up to lead international horticultural division

‘Food for health’ scientist seeks to expand global collaboration in horticultural research

A bunch of onions in a field
February 25, 2025

South Texas cool-season crops progress well but face water woes

Texas Crop and Weather Report — Feb. 25, 2025

A man holds a large bass as two young boys look on.
February 25, 2025

Sportfish management in ponds subject of March 18 webinar

AgriLife Extension program to cover strategies, common issues and solutions

A photo of Andrew Kasner outdoors.
February 21, 2025

New researcher to advance intersection of wildlife and land management   

Kasner joins Texas A&M AgriLife Research to expand wildlife conservation and outreach

Holstein dairy cows
February 19, 2025

Texas dairy producers meet the needs of a growing market

Texas Crop and Weather Report - Feb. 19, 2025

white lamb with momma nearby
February 18, 2025

Managing Q fever outbreaks this spring

Zoonotic potential requires extra precautions

A woman in a wheat field
February 17, 2025

Annie’s Project for agribusiness women opens March 4 in Plainview

Workshop offers 18 hours of educational information, networking with other women in agriculture 

Brooke Rollins in a pink jacket stands outdoors
February 13, 2025

Brooke Rollins ’94 to lead U.S. Department of Agriculture

Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences former student confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture

three feral pigs grazing at night
February 12, 2025

Feral hog management workshop set for Feb. 27 in Seguin

Attendees will learn about biology, behavior and control methods of invasive pigs

A man in a cowboy hat petting a pair of dogs
February 12, 2025

Kangal livestock guardian dog focus of Feb. 26 webinar

Free webinar hosted by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

A tractor raking hay in a field.
February 11, 2025

Hay supplies mixed, new crop outlook hinges on rainfall

Texas Crop and Weather Report

A herd of cows against a blue sky.
February 10, 2025

More to manure than meets the eye

Texas A&M Grazingland Animal Nutrition Lab empowers producers with actionable insights on forage, livestock performance

a hand holding a large pair of tweezers put plant seedlings in a Petri dish
February 10, 2025

11th annual Plant Breeding Symposium set for Feb. 20

Student-run event highlights innovative ideas for implementing big data to support breeding decisions

crops in a field
February 6, 2025

AgriLife Research and IBM launch soil and water decision tool

AgriLife Research and IBM ‘Soil and Water Assessment Tool Virtual Extension Assistant’ provides user-friendly management insights

various pesticides sitting on a table
February 6, 2025

Last Chance Continuing Education Unit event scheduled for Feb. 18 in Waco

Course will provide six Texas Department of Agriculture CEUs

A group of cattle eating hay while a lone cow stares straight ahead.
February 4, 2025

Texas beef herd grows slightly amid record prices

Texas Crop and Weather Report

A man on a horse watches over a cattle herd.
February 4, 2025

Land Trends Report highlights status of Texas’ agricultural lands

Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute publication illustrates 25 years of population, land-use, land value changes

Aquatic vegetation seen above and below the surface of a water body.
February 4, 2025

Controlling aquatic vegetation the subject of Feb. 25 webinar

AgriLife Extension program to discuss various vegetation management options 

A green grasshopper on a green leaf
February 3, 2025

Spring integrated pest management seminar slated for Feb. 21 in Dallas

Attendees will receive the latest updates on pesticide laws, drift minimization and pest management strategies

A maroon banner with the words Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in white with a crowd in the background
January 31, 2025

AgriLife Extension announces new agents and program specialists

New hires to lead educational outreach and programming in their communities