Gillespie County

AgriLife Extension Service Office

Welcome to Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service – Gillespie County which has been helping serve the needs of Gillespie County for 70 plus years. We have dedicated staff for the 4-H & Youth Development, Family & Community Health, Ag & Natural Resources and Horticulture.

Contact information is in the sidebar to the right.

County Departments

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4-H and Youth Development

Upcoming Program Information

Upcoming Programs in Gillespie County

  • July 29th, 2026
    5:30 p.m. Free.
    Gillespie County Extension Office, 38 Business Court, Fredericksburg.
    Program will cover USDA and TDA’s programs to help recoup flood damage costs for fencing, hay, livestock, ag structures, roads and more.
    Producers should take pictures to document losses.

  • August 21st, 2026
    9:30-11:30 AM. $15.
    Gillespie County Extension Office, 38 Business Court, Fredericksburg.
    Program will cover Oak wilt identification,treatment &recent developments and shade tree care &
    selection. One general pesticide applicator CEU will be given. Register at program or online by clicking this box.

  • Final Chill Hours
    Under 45 F Model: 687
    32-45 F Model: 479
    Last update: 3/3/2026
    Feb average temp: 58 F
    January average temp: 48 F
    December average temp: 54

Upcoming Events

Aug
21
Oak Wilt & Tree Care Program
Oct
02
Grow It Cook It Carrots
Nov
16
Pecan Show & Bakeoff
Dec
18
Grow It Cook It: Holiday Brussels Sprouts
All Gillespie County Events

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