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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Full Series Bundle: Digging Into Soil Properties (Intro, Physical, Chemical, & Biological)

Type
Course
Date of Publication
June 4, 2025
Price
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Overview

Explore the building blocks of healthy soil with this course bundle. Featuring the complete series of our self-paced courses—including our Introduction to Soil Health, the full Soil Properties series, and an interactive workbook. This learning experience is perfect for growers, gardeners, and curious learners alike. Enroll now and start your soil health journey!

Bundle Information

Soil is the foundation of our food system-and understanding it is key to building a more resilient future.

The Full Series Bundle: Digging Into Soil Properties includes all of our self-paced, online courses designed to give you a complete view of how soil works-from the soil surface down to the microbes. Learn how soil's physical, chemical, and biological properties work together to support healthier plants, better water flow, and long-term sustainability.

Our course has something for everyone, from beginners to skilled growers and agronomists. You don't need any experience to enroll!

This full bundle includes:

Each course includes expert instruction, engaging visuals, and practical examples for immediate application-whether you're growing in a garden, managing a field, or just starting out.

Course Objectives

  • Introduction to Soil Health - Discover how soil functions as a living system and what it takes to keep it healthy, productive, and resilient.
  • Digging into Soil Physical Properties - Learn how soil texture and structure impact water movement, plant growth, and overall soil health.
  • Digging into Soil Chemical Properties - Understand how pH, nutrients, and salinity affect soil fertility and plant productivity.
  • Digging into Soil Biological Properties - Explore the soil food web and discover practices that support a healthy, living microbiome.

Coming Soon (June 20, 2025)

  • Saline and Sodic Soils - Learn how to identify and manage salt-affected soils to improve water movement and crop performance.
  • Soil Test Resources - Understand what your soil test results really mean and how to use them to guide smarter management.

About the Workbook

The exclusive Digging into Soil Properties Workbook is your hands-on companion throughout the series. With diagrams, guided activities, reflection prompts, and end-of-section quizzes-it helps you apply each course's lessons directly to your land or growing environment.

Full Bundle Length

This is a self-paced, online course bundle and will take approximately 4 hours to complete.

Your progress in each course will be saved if you exit AgriLife Learn.

Ready to dig deeper into soil health? Enroll now and start your learning journey!

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  • Course

    Our self-paced online course covers the basics of soil physical properties and how they affect soil health. It also covers the impact this has on water retention and plant health. Our course welcomes everyone, from beginners to skilled growers and agronomists. Enroll now and dig deeper into soil health!

  • Course

    Not sure what your soil needs? Our self-paced online course on Soil Testing Resources covers the fundamentals of soil sampling and testing in 1.5 hours. Learn how to interpret results and choose the right tests. This course welcomes everyone, from beginners to skilled growers and agronomists. Enroll now and dig deeper into soil health!

  • Publication

    Need a quick soil refresher? Our easy-to-read factsheet helps you understand salt-affected soils. Learn about their impact on plants & soil structure. Download your copy today!

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    Learn forest basics in 2 hours! This first-of-its-kind, self-paced online course provides a clear and engaging introduction to forest ecosystems, their management, and conservation. Understand the big picture—and why it matters. Enroll today!

  • Course

    Our self-paced online course covers the basics of saline and sodic soils and how they affect soil structure, water movement, and plant growth. It also offers practical strategies to manage and improve salt-affected soils. This course welcomes everyone, from beginners to skilled growers and agronomists. Enroll now and dig deeper into soil health!