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A cow chewing on grass.
March 24, 2026

Producers invited to beef cattle and forage field day in Overton on April 9

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share science-based strategies for pasture, herd management

a livestock pen scene with cattle and blue skies
March 19, 2026

Producer preparedness critical as New World screwworms approach

AgriLife Extension experts offer advice on planning, preparing and monitoring

a cowboy on a horse in dry rangeland with cattle herd
March 18, 2026

Ranch Management University set for April 13-17 in College Station

Intensive training gives new ranchers practical skills for managing profitable operations

Pecan harvest
March 16, 2026

Pecan field day slated for April 7 in Waco

AgriLife Extension event to cover variety selection, orchard pest management and grafting topics

Two fire ants gathering a kernel of bait.
March 10, 2026

How to get rid of fire ants: Expert tips that work

Science-backed fire ant treatments to protect lawns, gardens and pastures

A line of people swaying. There is a screen projection behind them that says Welcome to AGLS on Tour in San Antonio
March 4, 2026

Statewide tour inspires future Texas A&M agriculture and life sciences students

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences connects Texans with education, scholarships, career opportunities 

pasture mealybugs on a crop
February 25, 2026

Virtual pesticide continuing education units program slated for March 6

AgriLife Extension webinar open to applicators across the state

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

John Deere tractor in field
February 12, 2026

Continuing education unit conference set for Feb.26 in Comanche  

Black flies on a net
February 11, 2026

Reclaiming harsh habitats with black soldier fly larvae

Collaborative research supported by the WoodNext Foundation aims to autonomize rehabilitation of extreme environments

Bales of hay in a Texas field.
February 10, 2026

South Central Texas Ag Conference set for Feb. 25 in Hempstead

Five continuing education units offered, drone demonstration among program highlights

Cotton jassid nymph.
February 10, 2026

AgriLife Extension shares cotton jassid guidance for green industry

Fact sheet targets invasive insect threat to Texas’ ornamental, nursery industry

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

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
January 30, 2026

Santana tackles damaging pests as new Texas A&M AgriLife entomologist in Weslaco

Researcher brings global perspective to integrated pest management in South Texas

Black soldier fly larvae in a person's cupped hands.
January 22, 2026

New technology solves production bottleneck for black soldier fly larvae

Patented units deliver reliable, long-term room-temperature black solider fly larvae reserves

January 16, 2026

Texas A&M AgriLife’s year of impact: Top stories of 2025

A year of research, education and service to Texas and beyond

A herd of cattle running in a field
January 16, 2026

Brazos Valley Continuing Education Unit Conference set for Jan. 30 in Caldwell

AgriLife Extension event to offer five Texas Department of Agriculture continuing education units 

two students shaking hands
January 14, 2026

Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences to host statewide tour for prospective students

Statewide receptions connect communities with opportunities, resources and competitive scholarships

fluffy white cotton on brown plants
January 14, 2026

Southwest Cotton Physiology Conference set Feb. 10-12 in Lubbock

Texas A&M AgriLife to host in conjunction with Kansas and Oklahoma universities

Two individuals sorting pecans
January 13, 2026

62nd annual Texas Pecan Short Course set for Feb. 24-27 in Somerville

Four-day course includes classroom learning, hands-on demonstrations