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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 Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito.
July 2, 2025

Reduce your risk of West Nile virus infection

Stay safe from mosquito-borne disease by preventing bites

Texas A&M AgriLife in white on a maroon background
July 2, 2025

Blanek named AgriLife Extension administrator in Far West Texas

Will provide leadership in educational program impact, community engagement

Table decor with American flags and a small wooden sign reading “Home of the Brave”
July 1, 2025

4 tips for a safe Fourth of July

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share guidance on fireworks, heat, food safety and mosquitoes

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
June 27, 2025

AgriLife Extension hires new agents and program specialists

New personnel will lead educational outreach and programming in their communities

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

A runner sprints through a desert trail
May 14, 2025

Walk Across Texas inspires healthier lifestyles statewide

AgriLife Extension’s team-based approach improves fitness habits and reduces chronic disease risk

A woman stands and speaks at a podium in front of a greenhouse
April 30, 2025

Rollins, Kennedy tour Texas A&M AgriLife to connect agriculture and health

A patient talking to a doctor
March 3, 2025

AgriLife Extension to host cancer awareness program March 18 in Waco

Program helps individuals know the risks of cancer, motivates them to make healthy choices

Three young boys playing in a water trough that has rocks and leaves
February 21, 2025

Early childhood education conference set for March 8 in Houston

Professional development and continuing education hours available

Woman using a flash glucose monitor to measure her blood sugar levels
February 18, 2025

Wisdom, Power, Control scheduled for Thursday evenings in March

Participants will learn to live healthy, control diabetes and be empowered

A nurse caregiver holds hands to encourage and comfort an elderly person.
February 6, 2025

Ethics of Care in Case Management webinar set for Feb. 20

Emphasizes compassion, empathy and respect in client interactions

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 black cat laying on a floor
January 22, 2025

Mitigating the threat of toxoplasmosis this winter

Humans susceptible to ‘cat parasite’

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

December 11, 2024

‘Cedar fever’ season begins in Texas

High concentration of pollen expected in the air

An elderly gentleman talks with a younger woman. He is wearing a red shirt and she is wearing a gray shirt.
December 6, 2024

Ageism and uncovering hidden biases focus of Dec. 19 webinar

Course will explore impact of ageism, provide strategies for recognizing and addressing age-related biases

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