I would like to recognize Kelli Brown in Haskell County. Kelli has been pulling double duty as a single agent in a fairly involved county, as her ag agent position is currently open. While doing this she has greatly increased district participation in her county while also creating and implementing new programs on the county… Read More →
Crop and Forage Production Education
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension programs targeted to producers of crops and forages are increasing profitability and productivity of farmers, thereby helping to build and sustain rural economies and support jobs.
Crop and Forage Production Education
Extension programs in crop production promote best practices that lead to reduced irrigation, safer pest management and improved profitability of agricultural enterprises. This benefits Texas as a whole by contributing to the quality and quantity of water resources and enhancing both agricultural competitiveness and rural economies
Cancer Prevention
Participants in Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service cancer prevention programs lean ways to reduce their risk of developing many forms of cancer. When participants adopt behaviors that reduce cancer risks, the public benefits through reduced public health care costs and increased productivity
Better Living for Texans
These nutrition program teach low-income audiences to prepare nutritious means, stretch their food resources, improve their food safety practices, and participate in regular physical activity. This not only improves the quality of life and reduces the risk of chronic disease for participants, but also lowers public health care costs
Family Legacy
In Texas, farming and ranching is often a family-owned operation, creating legacies that span generations of Texas producers. While sharing our last Flashback Friday is bittersweet, this month, much like this photo, has reminded us of the Texas farmers and Texas ranchers who instilled in their family the importance of tending to livestock and the… Read More →
Martin Ranch in the 1950s
Through our county agents and specialists, @txextension delivers cutting-edge education and resources. While the science and tech have evolved, our service has remained tried and true to our fellow Texans. Today, the 4,700 acres of the Texas A&M AgriLife Research Ranch is part of the Carl and Bina Sue Martin Endowment for Excellence in Sheep… Read More →
Hassler Siblings in the 1940s
No better time to show the Hassler siblings of Jackson County proudly standing by their cattle than #NationalBeefMonth. The year was 1940. The Lone Star State was sparsely populated, with most Texans living on farms and ranches in rural small towns. Did you know… More people lived in New York City at this time than the… Read More →
Corn Club in 1940
Brothers Chris and Gerald Coale proudly show off their calves for the camera in Brazoria County, Texas, 1940. Texas 4-H has been a mainstay of Texas Traditions with Extension being a proud partner since its inception in 1915. For the history buffs… T.M. (Tom) Marks, county agricultural agent, organized the first boys’ “corn club” in… Read More →
Vice Chancellor Updates
Latest Vice Chancellor Update COVID-19 update: no change in guidance March 9, 2021 Other Vice Chancellor Updates Update—COVID testing requirement COVID-19 testing requirement extended to AgriLife Extension, AgriLife Research in BCS COVID-19 Update: Return-to-work plans, effective January 4, 2021 COVID-19 update: testing, alternative work locations, and events guidance Updated guidance related to COVID-19 safety COVID-19… Read More →