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Nutrition students gather around a digital anatomy table.
March 9, 2026

Texas A&M advances nutrition education for future nurses

New Nutrition-to-Nursing pathway prepares nurses with foundation in nutrition

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
March 2, 2026

AgriLife Extension names Nebgen to lead in South Region

Longtime agent will guide family and community health, 4-H youth development programs in 41 counties

Two hands holding out a small bunch of dark sweet cherries.
February 25, 2026

Dark sweet cherries against breast cancer

Study reveals fruit compounds’ promise in slowing aggressive breast cancer spread

A man in a polo with arm raised stands between two rows of planted rice speaking
February 19, 2026

Texas A&M AgriLife Research projects to enhance rice yields, health benefits

Studies explore new rice breeding technology to improve quality and advance purple rice

Diverse Group of Kids Sitting at Table Eating Lunch in School Canteen
January 21, 2026

Nutrition accommodations for students focus of Feb. 4 webinar

December 22, 2025

Fort Bend Vegetable Conference returns with new multitrack format Feb. 17 in Rosenberg

Event aimed at gardeners, producers, educators and agricultural pesticide license holders

Hands hold a garlic glove while green onions sit on a cutting board.
September 30, 2025

Mediterranean cooking class set for Oct. 28 in Waco

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service event to focus on key ingredients, recipes

Dmitry Kurouski leans over a lab bench covered in light-based sensors with green light
August 21, 2025

Novel technique scans for health cues using light and skin

Texas A&M AgriLife researchers use keychain-sized device for insights on personalized nutrition

four women standing, one with a plaque in her hands
August 8, 2025

AgriLife Extension family and community health agents earn honors

an array of fruits and vegetables
July 3, 2025

‘Managing Diabetes’ class set for Aug. 2 in Waxahachie

Course geared toward individuals impacted by Type 2 diabetes 

A woman with two watermelons on a table.
June 26, 2025

3 tips to pick out a sweet watermelon

A ripe, juicy watermelon can be a mouthwatering snack on a hot summer day

Texas A&M AgriLife in white on a maroon background
June 11, 2025

AgriLife Extension names Martin to lead in East Region

Will guide family and community health and 4-H youth development programs

Ovissipour stands behind a countertop with cutting boards of his new food items.
February 6, 2025

Transforming food waste into sustainable nutrition

Food scientists turn byproducts into high-protein snacks with fermentation

A variety of foods and fruits that have been jarred.
January 30, 2025

AgriLife Extension hosting food preservation and canning workshop Feb. 15 in Houston

Workshop provides hands-on overview of food preservation and canning safety basics

A variety of food items for cooking including jalapeños, spices, onions, avocados, cilantro and queso fresco
December 23, 2024

Cooking with Cultures class scheduled for Jan. 7 in Waco

Participants will learn about nutrition, food safety and healthy cooking techniques

carrots and tomatoes sitting on a table
December 18, 2024

Do Well Be Well with Diabetes scheduled for Thursdays in January in Waco

Participants gain knowledge to maintain healthy blood glucose level while living an active lifestyle

Three young children around a table that has bowls of fruit in front of them
December 16, 2024

From a personal health journey to public health impact

Racine works to transform nutrition and health with a community-first mindset

Closeup of several dishes of vegetables
November 26, 2024

Taste of the Mediterranean class set for Dec. 19 in Waco

Food preparation based on eating traditions from countries bordering Mediterranean Sea

A group of ladies preparing food to be canned. They are all wearing aprons and hair nets
November 21, 2024

Food preservation workshop slated for Dec. 7 in Waco

Class will teach how to prepare food for water bath and pressure canning

A roasted turkey sits atop a grill with a meat thermometer in it
November 6, 2024

Picking the perfect Thanksgiving turkey

Things to know when selecting your centerpiece bird