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

Click the links below for more information about local departments or contact your county office.

4-H and Youth Development

Agriculture & Natural Resources

    Family and Community Health

        Upcoming Program Information

         Upcoming Programs in Gillespie County

        • An ear of corn attached to a corn stalk.

          April 17th, 2026. 12:00-1:00 pm
          Learn how to grow and cook Sweet Corn. Try recipe samples.
          Cost is $15 per program.
          Register online at https://gillespie-extension-inc.square.site/
          Flyer

        • May 7th, 2026.
          Pre-regster by Friday, May 1st.
          Tickets: $20. Includes meal.
          Call 830-997-3349 for more info

        • April 30th, 2026 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
          Pre-sale tickets deadline April 24
          Get tickets from members or extension office
          Raffle tickets available
          Come and support the Pilot Knobb
          TEEA efforts!

        • 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

        Office Closed

        Our office will be closed February 16th for President’s Day.

        Upcoming Events

        Apr
        17
        Grow It Cook It Preserve It: Sweet Corn
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