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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

Jars of fresh honey.
March 31, 2026

Texas beekeepers navigate a mixed honey harvest

Texas Crop and Weather - March 31, 2026

Beekeeper inspects a panel from a hive.
March 31, 2026

AgriLife Extension to host Beekeeping Field Days in April and May

In-person events across Texas offer hands-on instruction for beginners and experienced beekeepers

Lorie and David Hessel speak with Colorado County Extension Agent Laramie Kettler at 3H Ranch on Friday, Jan 17, 2025, in Weimar, Texas.
March 18, 2026

Small Landowner Spring Workshop series begins April 13 in Waco

AgriLife Extension program to cover land management basics, beekeeping, poultry, pasture management

a cowboy on a horse in dry rangeland with cattle herd
March 18, 2026

Ranch Management University set for April 13-17 in College Station

Intensive training gives new ranchers practical skills for managing profitable operations

A beekeeper opens up a bee box.
October 28, 2025

Sweet comeback for Texas honey harvest  

Summer rains help honey production despite hive losses

A sign that says Urban County Farm with people walking around.
August 14, 2025

Urban Rancher Lecture Series begins Aug. 26 in Houston

Six lectures will cover topics related to agriculture, natural resources, wildlife and land stewardship 

Beekeeper inspects a panel from a hive.
June 18, 2025

Backyard beekeeper training takes flight across Texas

AgriLife Extension’s Beekeeping 101 supports new beekeepers with research-backed program

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
April 21, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife entomologists honored for excellence

Three insect experts recognized for advancing education, training

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 pair of hands are working with plants in a garden.
August 12, 2024

Small acreage landowner educational series set for Aug. 26-Oct. 7 in Waco

Courses focus on legal, business aspects of owning land

July 24, 2024

AgriLife Extension adds honey bee specialist in Overton

Slater’s 18 years of experience meets industry request to improve Texas beekeeping programs

May 1, 2024

Trio of scientists to unlock mystery, power of microbiome

Cluster hire expands Texas A&M’s microbiome expertise, brings innovative, collaborative research to burgeoning field

March 13, 2024

Multiple factors, including severe drought, result in meager crawfish harvest and higher prices

February 16, 2024

Catching the bug for bugs

Kwency Ashley ’24 seeks dual degrees and a dream career with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

February 14, 2024

Cultivate a tastier, healthier future 

AgriLife Extension hosting farm-to-table event Taste 360 in March

December 13, 2023

What is that fuzzy black caterpillar?

Woollybear caterpillar makes its seasonal journey to overwinter

November 22, 2023

How to help beneficial insects survive winter

Keep them snug as a bug in a natural rug

November 20, 2023

Mistletoe: Is the Christmas plant friend or foe?

October 24, 2023

From the shadows to the spotlight – bring on the bats

More friend than foe, Halloween season a good time to dispel myths