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Tractors in a field near Corpus Christi.
April 21, 2026

Fertilizer price surge squeezes Texas producers

Texas Crop and Weather Report - April 21, 2026

Farm & Ranch Impact on Texas
Vegetables for sale at an outdoor market
April 20, 2026

Texas A&M AgriLife study reveals why food waste rises, falls as incomes grow

Emiliano Lopez Barrera looked at patterns that shape how households buy, use and discard food

Farm & Ranch Life & Health Press Releases
An individual scoops into a watermelon half to take a sample.
April 20, 2026

How watermelon research shapes the melons on your table

Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientist blends taste, nutrition and resilience to make better melons

Farm & Ranch Life & Health Science & Tech
A woman rests her chin on her hand while leaning against a wooden beam
April 20, 2026

Jennifer Strong ’02 ’03: Teaching Aggies integrity

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor crafts course, textbook around ethical leadership

Around Texas A&M AgriLife
A person holding a sign that says "academic advising" near a bike rack in an outdoor setting.
April 20, 2026

Academic advisors champion first-generation student success

Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences advisors foster student success with data-driven model

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Life & Health
Two students standing and holding a crystal award on a Texas A&M Student Activities backdrop.
April 17, 2026

Dairy Science Club named Student Organization of the Year in partner category

Texas A&M recognizes student organization for industry collaboration and student engagement

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Farm & Ranch
A lab technician inspects cotton seedlings in a lab.
April 16, 2026

Tweaking plant cholesterol precursors could protect cotton

AgriLife Research team uses gene editing to exploit biological weaknesses in plant-feeding insects

Farm & Ranch Press Releases Science & Tech
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April 15, 2026

Tomaszewski earns Dairy Challenge Founder Award

Longtime dairy education leader recognized by North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Farm & Ranch Press Releases
Closeup of ripening strawberry.
April 14, 2026

Texas strawberry season slow to start, but quality stays high

Texas Crop and Weather Report - April 14, 2026

Farm & Ranch
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April 14, 2026

Agriculture and Life Sciences faculty join University Distinguished Professor ranks

Mohanty, Ross among eight faculty members selected across Texas A&M University

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Press Releases
An individual holding up a glass jar in a lab. he is wearing protective glasses, a lab coat and blue rubber gloves
April 14, 2026

Texas A&M biological and agricultural engineering graduate program ranks No. 6

U.S. News & World Report ranking reflects industry partnerships and strong graduate training

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Press Releases Science & Tech
A group of three people hug while others stand and sit arond them
April 13, 2026

70th annual Convocation celebrates Agriculture and Life Sciences students

Honorees recognized for leadership, scholarship and service at milestone ceremony

Around Texas A&M AgriLife
a dispatcher sits in front of multiple computer screens
April 13, 2026

Texas A&M Forest Service enhances wildland fire dispatch center

Open house highlights upgrades, honors dispatchers for National Public Safety Telecommunications Week

Impact on Texas Press Releases
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April 13, 2026

Texas A&M AgriLife names Caroline Rydell assistant vice chancellor for federal relations

New advocate brings three decades of agricultural policy and government relations experience

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Press Releases
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April 10, 2026

AgriLife Extension agent receives cattle association’s top beef award

Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers present Outstanding County Agent-Beef award to Marcel Fischbacher

Farm & Ranch Press Releases
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
A woman stands with her hands folded in front of a brown, tiled wall. She is wearing a black top and white pants
April 8, 2026

Rural roots, big goals shape Texas A&M biochemistry student’s path to medicine

With an associate degree at 16, Reagan Moreau ’27 pursues a career as a surgeon

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Life & Health
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

Environment Lawn & Garden Trending