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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

A smiling little girl looks up at a male caregiver holding her hands.
February 26, 2026

March 18 webinar to address ethical, legal complexities of guardianships

Event to focus on strategies for minimizing ethical risk, protecting patient rights

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 close-up of a New World screwworm fly.
February 24, 2026

AgriLife Extension publishes human, pet fact sheets on New World screwworm

New resources expand education on potential risks

Young girl with mother laying on the floor drawing with colored pencils.
February 20, 2026

Importance of caregiver engagement webinar set for March 5

Free session will highlight research-based strategies to improve family participation in treatment

A home health care worker assists an elderly woman in her home
February 17, 2026

Health, well-being promotion through exercise focus of Feb. 24 webinar

the outside walkway at a independent school district.
February 6, 2026

AgriLife Extension offers school pest management trainings statewide

New charter school requirements drive expanded 2026 schedule from Feb. 12 through May 7

Sydney Heck in a garden.
February 2, 2026

From nutrition student to women’s health, a winding path finds purpose

A science-based nutrition foundation and a willingness to pivot shaped Sydney Heck’s '21 path to maternal newborn nursing

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
January 28, 2026

Osbourn retires after 35 years of AgriLife Extension service

Regional program leader spent career impacting lives, communities

Woman with dark hair swept to the side smiles at camera in outdoor professional headshot photo
December 12, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife awarded $2.1 million to improve women’s heart health

Community-driven, evidence-based program expands to South Texas to improve nutrition and physical activity

a smiling woman in a blue blazer and white blouse outdoors
December 5, 2025

AgriLife Extension names new district administrator in South Texas

Andrea Valdez brings leadership in educational program impact, community engagement to role

December 1, 2025

Free stress management workshop set for Dec. 15 in Brenham

Five smiling teenagers with their arms around each other.
November 28, 2025

Navigating social connections in teens focus of Dec. 11 webinar

Event to provide actionable approaches to help teens build strong, inclusive relationships

Psychologists and counselors working with patients
November 26, 2025

Webinar on substance misuse among military-connected youth set for Dec. 3

Free event highlights risk factors, family communication and prevention strategies

A single row of people in suits standing behind a red ribbon with scissors preparing to cut it
October 28, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife reopens Vernon research and extension facilities

Ribbon cutting celebrates recovery and commitment to Texas Rolling Plains

People sit on the grass in a park featuring a pond and a fountain.
October 22, 2025

Nov. 12 webinar explores how environmental, social factors can impact health

Free event focuses on evidence-based approaches to improve health outcomes

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

Fresh vegetables on a black background.
September 29, 2025

Webinar on nutrition strategies for breast cancer survivors set for Oct. 14  

Free event to provide evidence-based nutrition guidance for breast cancer recovery and survivorship

The Texas A&M Higher Education Center at McAllen
September 4, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife to build research center in Rio Grande Valley

Board of Regents approves investment at Texas A&M Higher Education Center, McAllen