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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A collection of soil test samples.
March 27, 2025

Boost plant growth with a simple soil test

Soil testing tips for better lawns, gardens and crops this spring

A man tilling a field
March 26, 2025

Landowner education series slated for April 14-May 12 in Waco

Course geared toward understanding and managing land effectively

green wheat plots at McGregor
March 25, 2025

Wheat production and prices are down, but options are available

Texas Crop and Weather Report - March 25, 2025

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March 21, 2025

COWGIRL honors former Texas A&M Department of Animal Science student

Sarah Prather ’17 recognized for her horsemanship and business ties

A woman driving a utility vehicle on a ranch
March 21, 2025

Agriculture financial assistance workshop set April 4 in Austin

AgriLife Extension event geared toward landowners, farmers and ranchers

Hay being unloaded from a truck
March 20, 2025

Tips for documenting wildfire-related agricultural losses

AgriLife Extension offers preparation information for livestock, infrastructure wildfire insurance claims

David Anderson standing and presenting during Texas A&M's Beef Cattle Short Course.
March 20, 2025

David Anderson receives national lifetime achievement award

AgriLife Extension economics expert recognized for 35 years of service to farmers and ranchers

plate of crawfish with an ear of corn
March 18, 2025

Crawfish production better, but still recovering from drought

Texas Crop and Weather Report - March 18, 2025

a woman standing in tall corn
March 18, 2025

Agriculture on all fronts

Texas A&M AgriLife family cultivates agricultural excellence through personal and professional passion

A brown bull inside a pen
March 18, 2025

Beef Cattle and Forage Field Day set for April 11 in Overton

Event includes presentations from Texas A&M AgriLife experts, field sessions

Black, brown and white chickens stand in a grassy yard with a wooden coop structure pictured behind them
March 17, 2025

Five things to know about raising backyard chickens

AgriLife Extension poultry expert shares essential tips for a healthy, happy flock

A chicken in a chicken house
March 17, 2025

AgriLife Extension will host Backyard Chicken seminar series starting March 31

Virtual workshops include chicken basics and egg grader training

a sun sets on ranchland
March 17, 2025

Texas A&M ranch management school offered April 14-17

Registration is open for new landowners and inexperienced ranchers

A cluster of Southern Sensation Seedless grapes and vine cutting
March 14, 2025

Southern Sensation Seedless grape named newest Texas Superstar

Vigor, disease resistance and taste make it the top seedless table grape option for Texas gardeners

March 13, 2025

Bennett Trust Land Stewardship Conference set for April 10-11 in Marble Falls

Program topics highlight water issues and opportunities

Two sheep standing in a pen separated by a fence
March 11, 2025

Texas sheep and goat prices rise as supply tightens

Texas Crop and Weather Report — March 11, 2025

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March 7, 2025

Jessup named Texas A&M AgriLife center director at San Angelo

A javelina walks out of the brush.
March 6, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife fills critical knowledge gaps on javelina

Research to provide insight on status and management needs of the native game species

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March 5, 2025

Outstanding academics, leadership acknowledged by the Society for Range Management

Texas A&M students, faculty receive awards, leadership appointments

Robert Puckett, Ph.D., holds a dish filled with fire ants.
March 5, 2025

AgriLife Extension entomologist crosses globe to tackle fire ants

International expert provides Australians with Texas-based eradication solutions