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. Visit the updated landing page for the latest from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

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Ranch & Rangeland Management

We provide a wide variety of information related to ranching and rangeland management from animals and forages to business plans, leases and natural resources. Publications and resources cover a range of topics from soil sampling, fence law and disaster preparedness.

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Feral Hog Management

The feral hog management program is for people throughout the state of Texas and beyond who are interested in more information on feral hogs.
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Ranch & Rangeland Management

Publications

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Soil crusting is found throughout much of Texas and can limit root growth, water infiltration, and crop emergence. Learn how to identify and manage soil surface crusting.

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Are you a Texas landowner? Learn which federal, state, and local organizations can help improve your land with funding, expert advice, planning, and other assistance. Download this free New Landowner Resource and Reference Guide PDF for details.

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Whether you are a new landowner or have managed property for years, this handbook has great information to help you learn and understand laws applicable to your property and operation.

Programs

We offer numerous free and affordable programs on agriculture and natural resources, family and community health, economic health and youth development. We also offer many volunteer opportunities. Browse the list below.
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RanchTV provides online educational content related to the Extension animal science program.

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The Master Marketer program is a 64-hour intensive marketing education course during which agricultural producers, ag lenders, and others are trained in marketing techniques, marketing plans, technical analysis, futures and options, and many other marketing related skills.

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The Agricultural and Food Policy Center (AFPC) conducts analyses of the impacts of government policy proposals and/or implementation procedures on farmers, agribusinesses, taxpayers, and consumers.

Courses

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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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This self-paced course provides a brief introduction to rangeland ecology and management, covering topics such as brush control, drought preparation, grazing stewardship, and plant identification.

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This course will help land owners and managers become familiar and confident to manage invasive and encroaching brush species with individual plant treatment (IPT) herbicide applications.

Prescribed Burn School

Are you a busy rancher and landowner wanting to learn about prescribed burning? This is the perfect self-guided, online course for you!

All Resources on Ranch & Rangeland Management

  • Course

    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

    This self-paced course provides a brief introduction to rangeland ecology and management, covering topics such as brush control, drought preparation, grazing stewardship, and plant identification.

  • Course

    This course will help land owners and managers become familiar and confident to manage invasive and encroaching brush species with individual plant treatment (IPT) herbicide applications.

  • Course

    The Generation Next curriculum targets new landowners, those who are inheriting land, or those who are looking to start a new agricultural operation on an existing ranch.

  • Publication

    Soil crusting is found throughout much of Texas and can limit root growth, water infiltration, and crop emergence. Learn how to identify and manage soil surface crusting.

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