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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Easy Gardening Artichokes

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
January 25, 2022
Price
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Overview

If you want to grow artichokes, this publication recommends soil preparation, variety choice, and planting, fertilizing, watering, harvesting, and storage practices that can improve your success rate. It also discusses insect and disease control.

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