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May 13, 2026

Pesticide use in turfgrass systems workshop set for June 3 in Pearland

Six continuing education units available for pesticide applicators

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Reuse Water Quality Research and Extension
May 7, 2026

AgriLife Extension to host May 12 septic system clinic in Alvarado

Event will provide information on financial assistance for repairs and replacement

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Ripe, picked tomatoes of several varieties.
May 6, 2026

Common tomato plant problems and how to fix them

Leaves or fruit damaged? What it means and what to do

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A man standing in a greenhouse wearing a maroon shirt
May 5, 2026

Kranthi Mandadi named director of Texas A&M AgriLife center at Weslaco

Appointment strengthens research, extension, industry partnerships in Rio Grande Valley

Farm & Ranch Lawn & Garden Press Releases Science & Tech
A line of people cutting a green ribbon at a ribbon cutting ceremony.
April 30, 2026

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service opens new Texas 4-H headquarters

New statewide hub strengthens development, leadership opportunities for more than 520,000 Texas youth

Farm & Ranch Impact on Texas Lawn & Garden Life & Health Press Releases Science & Tech
Pink Knock Out Earth Kind Roses in a garden
April 22, 2026

New Earth-Kind roses named for 2026

AgriLife Extension selections emphasize beauty, resilience and low-resource care

Lawn & Garden Press Releases
A silverleaf nightshade in bloom.
April 17, 2026

Silverleaf nightshade management webinar scheduled for May 12

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service event to focus on herbicide strategies for control

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Gardening disks
April 13, 2026

Homestead Conference set for May 2 in Archer City 

AgriLife Extension event to feature hands-on sessions in beekeeping, food preservation, soap making

Event Advances Farm & Ranch Lawn & Garden
Two individuals preparing to release a butterfly
April 13, 2026

Hullabloom Fest set for April 18 at The Gardens at Texas A&M

Guests can enjoy hands-on activities and blooming seasonal displays

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A queen bee marked with white paste for clear identification among thousands of bees in a colony.
April 9, 2026

Saving the queen: Scientists study bee reproduction to strengthen colonies

Texas A&M AgriLife exploreshow environmental pressures disrupt the biology of honey bee colonies

Environment Lawn & Garden Life & Health Press Releases Science & Tech
Planting flowers in garden
April 8, 2026

AgriLife Extension Horticulture Series begins April 23 in Kerrville

Four-week program to cover vegetable gardening, turf management, xeriscaping and tree care

Event Advances Lawn & Garden
A basket of tulips sits in front of sign that says "Moody Blooms."
April 8, 2026

Aggie turns farm into tulip destination

Former College of Agriculture and Life Sciences student Jerry Moody ’91 introduces people to agriculture through blooms

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Farm & Ranch Lawn & Garden
A hand against a background of ornamental plants.
April 7, 2026

Texas ‘green industry’ shifts to steady, sustainable growth following COVID-era boom

Texas Crop and Weather Report - April 7, 2026

Farm & Ranch Lawn & Garden Press Releases
A landscaped backyard features a gazebo with outdoor seating, as well as a small pond surrounded by plants and rocks.
April 7, 2026

Learn how to create and care for a wildlife pond in your backyard

AgriLife Extension expert shares tips for planning, design and maintenance

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people behind a red ribbon in front of a building
April 7, 2026

Texas A&M AgriLife celebrates new home for center serving the High Plains

Expanded facility in Canyon to better serve region through research and educational outreach

Environment Farm & Ranch Impact on Texas Lawn & Garden Life & Health Press Releases Science & Tech
Navreet Mahal standing in a greenhouse with flowers.
April 1, 2026

Navreet Mahal: Shaping next-generation horticultural professionals

Texas A&M educator melds teaching and industry engagement with horticulture curriculum redesign

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Lawn & Garden Press Releases
A person's hand in mulch on top of cardboard
March 24, 2026

Use cardboard to stop weeds in your garden

‘Sheet mulching’ is easy way to recycle boxes while fighting weeds and improving soil

Lawn & Garden Trending Posts
Texas mountain laurel in bloom.
March 20, 2026

Texas mountain laurel earns Texas Superstar status

Native evergreen recognized for its durability and aesthetic appeal in landscapes

Lawn & Garden Press Releases
Lisa Whittlesey in The Gardens at Texas A&M University.
March 19, 2026

AgriLife Extension program specialist earns national youth gardening award

Whittlesey recognized for global impact through youth gardening initiatives 

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Lawn & Garden Press Releases
A gopher snake.
March 16, 2026

5 tips to prevent negative encounters with snakes this spring

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share how to avoid bites and coexist peacefully

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