Agrilife Extension Resources
Helping Texans safeguard the state’s natural environment and natural resources is a big part of our work at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. Browse by topic below to learn more about what we are doing and how you can get involved.
Related Departments: Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, Ecology and Conservation Biology, Biological and Agricultural Engineering
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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!
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What’s living beneath your soil—and how can it help your plants thrive?
Explore the living layer of soil with this 2-course starter bundle, designed for anyone who wants to understand the organisms driving nutrient flow and soil health. Perfect for beginners and growers alike. Enroll now and start digging deeper into soil health! - Course
If your soil struggles with nutrient loss, pH issues, or low fertility—you’re not alone.
This 2-course starter bundle will help you understand the chemistry behind it all and give you tools to restore balance from the ground up. Perfect for beginners and growers alike. Enroll now and start digging deeper into soil health! - Course
Struggling with dry patches, compacted soil, or poor drainage? This 2-course starter bundle helps you break down soil structure and learn how to manage water, root growth, and productivity more effectively. Perfect for beginners and growers alike. Enroll now and start digging deeper into soil health!
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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!
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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!
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Learn how green infrastructure can help manage stormwater, reduce flood damage, and increase property value. This course explores practical, nature-based ways to improve stormwater systems in cities, rural, and coastal areas. Enroll now and build resilient, ecofriendly communities!
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Our self-paced online course covers the basics of soil biological properties and how they affect plant and environmental health. It also covers practical ways to improve the productivity and sustainability of your soil. Our course welcomes everyone, from beginners to skilled growers and agronomists. Enroll now and dig deeper into soil health!.
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Our self-paced online course covers the basics of soil chemistry properties and how they affect soil health. It also covers the impact they have on fertility and plant health. Our course welcomes everyone, from beginners to skilled growers and agronomists. Enroll now and dig deeper into soil health!
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What makes soil “healthy”? This self-paced, online course lays the groundwork for understanding what soil is, how it functions, and why it matters. Perfect for new growers, gardeners, or anyone ready to start improving their land. Enroll now and start digging deeper into soil health!