AgriLife Research develops nation’s first tomato spotted wilt virus clone
Breakthrough gives researchers a powerful tool to speed development of virus-resistant peppers
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October 1, 2026
September 30, 2026
AgriLife Extension releases guidance on short-spined thrips
Fact sheet addresses invasive pest threat to Texas crops, landscapes
September 23, 2026
Cilantro named newest Texas Superstar plant
Fast-growing, cool-season herb delivers fresh flavor for salsas, salads and more
July 8, 2026
Funding available for Texas row crop and vegetable producers
Landowners can receive up to $100,000 in incentives for adopting soil‑building, cost‑saving practices
June 25, 2026
Improving efficiency: Nation’s plant breeders discuss emerging technologies
Texas A&M breeders, students connect with industry at National Association for Plant Breeding meeting
April 30, 2026
AI-powered forecasts sharpen early warning for destructive crop pest
Texas A&M AgriLife researchers predict western thrips outbreaks more accurately using AI models
February 10, 2026
Texas cool-season vegetable growers navigate weather, market challenges
Texas Crop and Weather Report - Feb. 10, 2026
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
December 4, 2025
Texas A&M establishes statewide horticultural advisory council
Department of Horticultural Sciences aligns coalition to expand economic, educational opportunities in horticulture
November 13, 2025
Research shows flavor, color drive premium prices for Texas tomatoes
Texas A&M AgriLife Research reveals South Texas shoppers prize fresh tomato flavor over origin
October 14, 2025
It’s science: Why a pumpkin is actually a fruit
AgriLife Extension horticulturist explains what sets fruits and vegetables apart
September 5, 2025
McLennan County Harvest Celebration set for Sept. 25 in Crawford
Event recognizes volunteers, businesses that support agriculture
May 1, 2025
AgriLife Research discovery defends citrus and potatoes
Natural plant peptides may provide a new way to combat hard-to-treat plant diseases
April 14, 2025
Vegetable and Wheat Spring Field Day slated for May 8 in Uvalde
Event offers field tours, hands-on tomato grafting workshop
January 27, 2025
Plantastic Gardening Seminar slated for Feb. 21 in Fredericksburg
Sessions will cover topics for new and experienced gardeners
January 17, 2025
East Texas Fruit, Nut and Vegetable conference set for Feb. 7 in Tyler
Program includes demonstration on proper pruning techniques
January 14, 2025
AgriLife Extension to host ‘Grow It Cook It’ program beginning Jan. 24 in Fredericksburg
Three-class series will cover onions, green beans and melons
January 14, 2025
Texas A&M AgriLife Research aims for better control of widespread tomato spotted wilt virus
Federal grants to help wrangle vector-borne disease of tomatoes, peppers, thousands of other plants
December 20, 2024
40th annual Fort Bend Regional Vegetable Conference slated for Feb. 6 in Rosenberg
Event will focus on teaching sustainable practices to help producers maximize efficiencies, profitability
December 12, 2024
AgriLife Research leads collaboration to address zebra chip disease
Horticulturalists and entomologists team up to investigate insect-transmitted plant disease
