Ranch & Rangeland Management

Learn how Hitchcock’s native gardens slow, filter, and protect local waterways. This free guide explains the basics of how rain gardens and vegetated buffers designed to reduce flooding, improve water quality, and support wildlife.

Managing soil moisture is key to healthy crops and efficient irrigation. Based on the latest research, this free publication teaches you how to manage soil moisture to save water, grow stronger plants, and protect Texas water resources. Download your copy today!

Learn how mycorrhizal fungi support soil structure, plant growth, and long term rangeland health. This research-based Hidden Network Mycorrhizae factsheet shows you how this fungi supports healtheir soils and a diverse plant community in your land.

RanchTV provides online educational content related to the Extension animal science program.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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!