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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Rangeland Risk Management for Texans: Drought

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
December 7, 2021
Price
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Overview

This publication offers tips on reducing the risks associated with drought, such as using light to moderate stocking rates, maintaining as much carryover forage as possible, knowing the costs of feeding versus de-stocking, and knowing how to manage poisonous plants.

Drought is a fact of life on most rangelands. This publication offers tips on reducing the risks associated with drought, such as using light to moderate stocking rates, maintaining as much carryover forage as possible, knowing the costs of feeding versus de-stocking, and knowing how to manage poisonous plants. (2 pages)

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