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4-H & Youth Programs

Texas 4-H is the largest youth development program in Texas with more than 550,000 youth each year. No matter where you live or what you like to do, Texas 4-H has something that lets you be a better you!

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Living healthy begins with eating right

Experts provide tips on nutrition, actions to improve overall wellness Maintaining a healthy diet is one of the best ways to improve overall wellness and reduce the risk of chronic diseases, including heart disease, according to Texas A&M AgriLife experts. Foods high in fat and sodium can contribute to risks of chronic diseases like high…
Cooking demo with Jayden Ingalls on Oct. 20, 2021. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications)

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Bexar County Youth Gardens program at Locke Hill Elementary School in San Antonio, Texas, on May 25, 2021. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications)