Agrilife Extension Resources
Water is one of Texas’ most critical natural resources, so maintaining the health and sustainability of the Texas water sources and aquifers is vitally important. Our educational resources and regional experts teach Texans about water conservation, management and quality while protecting the state’s rivers, streams, lakes, bays and oceans.

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The Texas Watershed Steward program was initiated to provide science-based, watershed education to help citizens identify and take action to address local water quality impairments.
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The goal of the Texas Well Owner Network project is to inform Texans about water quality through protecting their wells and surface waters.
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The Texas Sea Grant College Program is part of a national network that helps connect research conducted at Sea Grant institutions with the public.
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The Texas 4-H Natural Resources Program provides a variety of resources and opportunities to learn about wildlife, forestry, water conservation and more.
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The Pecan Orchard Management Short Course is the world renowned premiere educational event on how to grow pecans.
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This program provides information around urban ecological issues including stormwater management, green infrastructure, stream restoration, and urban water conservation.
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The School of Irrigation provides irrigation education through a variety of in-person and self-paced educational courses to meet the changing needs of the irrigation industry.
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RWQ-REEU program provides students with hands-on learning experiences in water quality, exposure to careers in agricultural research and extension, and a pathway to graduate school.
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This program educates the public about rainwater harvesting and other water-related issues so that we can have a sustainable water supply for generations to come.
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The OWCAP is a multidisciplinary research and outreach project focused to address issues with groundwater declines and long-term agricultural sustainability in the High Plains region.