Agrilife Extension Resources
We have a variety of materials, resources and programs related to water conservation. With thanks to our statewide network of professional educators, trained volunteers, research partners and community collaborators, our resources are specifically curated to meet the needs of water across the state.
Related Departments: Soil and Crop Sciences, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science, Ecology and Conservation Biology, Horticultural Sciences, Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences
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The Healthy Lawns Healthy Waters program aims to improve and protect surface water quality by enhancing awareness and knowledge of best management practices for residential landscapes.
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The Texas Watershed Steward (TWS) program is a statewide educational program designed to improve the quality of Texas’ water resources. The program educates and informs locals about their watershed, its potential problems, and steps people can take to improve and protect surface water quality in their area.
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The Bennett Land Stewardship program funds conferences about land management in the Edwards Plateau, covering issues such as brush control, water management and estate planning.
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The Lone Star Healthy Streams program aims to protect Texas waterways from bacterial contamination from livestock operations and feral hogs that may pose a serious health risk to Texas citizens.
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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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This program provides expertise and resources related to topics including sportfish management, aquaculture, fish species and production, ponds, aeration, water quality, aquaponics and aquatic vegetation.
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The Texas Master Naturalist program works to develop volunteers to provide education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources. This year, Texas A&M AgriLife celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Texas Master Naturalist Program and the impact of its vast network of community-based volunteers across the state.
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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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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.