Plants & Crops

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service offers a wide variety of programs, brochures, field days and one-pagers to help Texans with agricultural crop production, whether that is a food crop or specialty crop. Experts can be located across the state to advise on plant needs and best management practices.

Related Departments: Soil and Crop Sciences, Horticultural Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Entomology

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Soil, Water, and Forage Testing Lab

The Soil, Water and Forage Testing Laboratory is part of the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, and The Texas A&M University System.
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Plants & Crops

Publications

Publication

This downloadable textbook for the Viticulture Concepts and Practices Course introduces students to the concepts and practices of viticulture as well as management practices used by grape producers.

Publication

This 4-week curriculum equips early childhood teachers with daily engaging lessons, group activities, and journal prompts to enrich your classroom while making learning fun!

Publication

Phomopsis affects grapes in vineyards across Texas—especially in wet, humid regions. This 2-page factsheet gives you expert-backed strategies to identify, manage, and prevent it. Download your free copy now.

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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Program

The course is a four-day course designed for turf professionals and enthusiasts looking to expand their knowledge of turfgrass systems and best management practices.

Program

The Plant Pathology (PLPM) Extension program provides services across Texas through subject-matter specialists in areas of plant health management, plant diseases, plant-microbe interactions and environmental sciences.

Courses

Course

Diseases in horses can spread rapidly, posing significant risks to herd health. This 1.5-hour self-paced course is designed to help horse owners and professionals identify, prevent, and manage common equine diseases. Covering both viral and bacterial infections, the course emphasizes the importance of routine vaccinations and effective biosecurity practices. By understanding how to spot and control these diseases, participants can reduce risks and ensure the well-being of their horses. Enroll today to protect your equine partners and enhance your knowledge.

Course

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!

Course

Explore how to start a beehive with this online beekeeping course for beginners. Learn how to start a beehive, honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment needed and more.

Red River Crops Conference

Planning for success – Crop production information designed for Southwest Oklahoma and the Texas Rolling Plains.

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  • Course

    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!

  • Course

    Diseases in horses can spread rapidly, posing significant risks to herd health. This 1.5-hour self-paced course is designed to help horse owners and professionals identify, prevent, and manage common equine diseases. Covering both viral and bacterial infections, the course emphasizes the importance of routine vaccinations and effective biosecurity practices. By understanding how to spot and control these diseases, participants can reduce risks and ensure the well-being of their horses. Enroll today to protect your equine partners and enhance your knowledge.

  • Publication

    This downloadable textbook for the Viticulture Concepts and Practices Course introduces students to the concepts and practices of viticulture as well as management practices used by grape producers.

  • Publication

    This 4-week curriculum equips early childhood teachers with daily engaging lessons, group activities, and journal prompts to enrich your classroom while making learning fun!

  • Course

    Explore how to start a beehive with this online beekeeping course for beginners. Learn how to start a beehive, honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment needed and more.

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