Agrilife Extension Resources
We provide resources to take Texans from planning to planting to harvesting vegetables with programs and materials that cover topics ranging from plant selection to fertilization to composting. Our horticulturists are available to assist Texans with understanding what vegetables are best suited for each region and for each season.
Related Departments: Horticultural Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Agricultural Economics, Entomology
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Today Master Gardeners are active in all 50 U.S. States and eight Canadian provinces. The heart of the Texas Master Gardener program is the dedicated, passionate volunteers who are willing to share their knowledge with anyone interested. 2019 Edition.
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Created by teachers, this multifaceted garden, nutrition, and physical activities curriculum is evidence-based and academically rich.
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This textbook for the HORT-CO-003 Viticulture Concepts and Practices Course introduces students to the concepts and practices of viticulture as well as management practices used by grape producers.
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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!
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Set of five children’s books featured in the Learn, Grow, Eat & Go! curriculum.
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Blueberries can thrive in Texas with the right soil and care. This free 8-page guide explains variety selection, planting, irrigation, and pruning for productive fruit at home or on the farm.
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Gardening in Texas has unique challenges, but that doesn’t mean you can’t grow vegetables here. You just need to know what kind, when, and where.
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Learn how to grow turnip and mustard greens in Texas. This free 2-page Easy Gardening factsheet covers how to plant, care for, and harvest these cool-season vegetables.
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Learn the best way to harvest vegetables from your garden. Our simple guide offers quick tips for picking, handling, and storing your vegetables. Download today and keep your produce fresh!
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Healthy gardens start with healthy soil. This free 2-page Easy Gardening factsheet guides you through the basics for improving soil and preparing beds for planting. Learn about different soil types and how to manage them.