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Hands holding two small pumpkins with larger pumpkins underneath
October 14, 2025

It’s science: Why a pumpkin is actually a fruit

AgriLife Extension horticulturist explains what sets fruits and vegetables apart

A herd of red cattle stands in a field.
October 13, 2025

Southeast Texas Urban Ag and Farm Safety Summit set for Nov. 13 in Spring

AgriLife Extension event to feature educational sessions, hands-on demonstrations

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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 

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July 18, 2025

Food preservation and canning workshop set on Aug. 9 in Houston

AgriLife Extension workshop to cover basics and offer hands-on training

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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

September 18, 2024

Herb gardening tips for Texas

Learn how to grow herbs as fresh, multiuse plants at home

A monarch butterfly lands on an orange flower.
May 22, 2024

Beyond milkweed: creating a migratory oasis for monarchs

Texas A&M AgriLife experts encourage planting nectar-producing plants ahead of fall migration

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May 5, 2022

Why are my tomato leaves curling?

Environmental, chemical or biological changes could be to blame for a curling tomato leaf

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April 15, 2022

Urban ‘green’ infrastructure can bolster flood resilience

Texas A&M AgriLife method can identify, help relieve flood-prone areas in cities

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October 14, 2021

Growing the role of urban farming in Dallas County 

A fruitful partnership between county officials, Texas A&M AgriLife produces tons of fresh food for local shelters

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April 19, 2021

Why are my tomato leaves turning yellow?

Nutrition, disease, physical disorders may be culprits

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April 1, 2021

Plant a pollinator garden to supply immediate food in response to freeze setback

Pollinators are in need of help as freeze-damaged plants recover from Winter Storm Uri

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March 26, 2021

How to manage garden weeds with mulch

Newspaper and mulch key to keeping weeds at bay

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March 9, 2021

Basics of raised garden beds

Raised beds offer accessibility, versatility in the garden

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October 16, 2020

Greenies Urban Farm to demonstrate agriculture in the city

Project will provide food, health/wellness education, more

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February 18, 2020

Rethinking the field: Urban agriculture and nutritious food production

Texas A&M AgriLife expands urban agriculture research with Dallas controlled environment horticulture program

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January 1, 2020

Texas A&M undergraduate initiates urban farm on campus

Vertical farm project helps provide fresh vegetables to students while advancing agriculture

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November 27, 2019

Kids, Kows and More introduces urban youth to agriculture

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August 31, 2018

Renovated facility to be hub for AgriLife Extension urban health, wellness, agriculture education in Dallas County

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March 8, 2018

Women driving North Texas research seek sustainable solutions for urban living