New Fact Sheet: New World screwworm

While it’s been decades since the New World screwworm has been in Texas, it’s top of mind for many. Read the updated fact sheet from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts for key information.

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Adapting Equine Care for Sandy Soil Pastures in Texas

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March 1, 2024
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This factsheet helps horse owners understand the dynamics of sandy soils and adapting management strategies accordingly, so that they may maintain both pasture productivity and horse well-being.

Sandy soils pose a unique set of considerations for horse owners in Texas, offering benefits while also requiring specific management strategies to ensure the health and productivity of both the land and the horses. By understanding the dynamics of sandy soils and adapting management strategies accordingly, horse owners can maintain both pasture productivity and horse well-being. (3 pages)

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