Blanco County

AgriLife Extension Service Office

Welcome to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Blanco County which serves the needs of Blanco County residents. We have dedicated staff for 4-H & Youth Development, Family & Community Health, and Agriculture & Natural Resources. Connect with an AgriLife Extension representative in your area to explore the wide range of educational resources, programming and activities available to you.

Visit the County Office Website

Resources Available in Blanco County

AgriLife Extension offers key programs across the state that are organized and supported at the county level. Click the links below for more information about local programming or contact your county office.

4-H and Youth Development

What is 4-H?

4-H is a youth program for kids where they can explore different topics, ideas, or activities that spark their interests.

Who can join 4-H?

4-H is for kids of almost any age!
- Clover Kids- Grades K-2
- 4-H Members- 3rd-12th graders (8 years old before September 1st)

How much does it cost?

You can join 4-H for $25!

What do I do once I am in 4-H?

The 4-H experience is combination of two things: PROJECTS and CLUBS.

PROJECTS:
In 4-H, the activities are organized by topics and called ‘projects.’
All 4-H members must be enrolled in at least one project.
When you choose a project, you will learn everything there is to know about that topic. You will participate in various hands-on activities, learn new skills, do community service, or even make speeches about your projecHow to choose your 4-H project:
- Select a project you like.
- Select a project that can be completed.
- Consider the money and time it will take. Can parents/guardians help?
- Consider the space and equipment that you have at home.
- A 4-H project should be fun, serve a purpose, and be worth the effort.
- Select only the number of projects you can complete.
- Click here to see projects offered in Blanco County.

You can find a full list of projects here: https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/projects/

CLUBS:

Next you will find your club!

Clubs are the best way to make new friendships that will last a lifetime!
Clubs are where youth meet others in 4-H, have a chance to develop leadership skills, and learn to serve others in their communities.
Clubs are a great way to find others who have common interests, similar projects, and who can help you as you begin your 4-H journey.

Where do I signup?

When you are ready to join you will sign up in 4-HOnline.

Need help getting signed up? Click here: https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/4honline/

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Family & Community Health

Child Care

Enroll in online childcare courses through the AgriLife Learn website: Childcare Training Courses

Consumer

Cottage Food Resources

Ball Blue Book Guide to Preserving, 37th edition, by Ball Corporation
The All New Ball Blue Book of Canning and Preserving, More than 350 of the Best Canned, Jammed, Pickled, and Preserved Recipes, May 31, 2016 by Ball Home Canning Test Kitchen.
Ball Canning Back to Basics: A Foolproof Guide to Canning Jams, Jellies, Pickles and More, July 4, 2017, by Ball Home Canning Test Kitchen.
USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning, 2015 Revision
University of Georgia Cooperative Extension-So Easy to Preserve, 6th Edition
Selling Food at Home Texas Cottage Food Law

Food Preservation

The National Center for Home Food Preservation is your source for current research-based recommendations for most methods of home food preservation. The Center was established to address food safety concerns for those who practice and teach home food preservation and processing methods.

The National Center for Home Food Preservation publishes So Easy to Preserve. There are 3 copies at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Blanco County for check out to the public. Or order your own book here: So Easy to Preserve, $35

Food Safety

Home Cooking

Do you ever struggle to come up with a healthy dinner after a long day of work, errands, or school activities? AgriLife offers many resources for the home cook: