By Sherri HalsellTexas AgriLife Extension AgentWith the approach of summer in Texas, the danger of children dying from being left unattended in vehicles increases. By following the steps in the Safe Kids ACT campaign, needless and preventable deaths can be … [Read more...]

Like true royalty, Princess Caroline Napier grass is beautiful and elegant in its own right, while bringing out the best in its companions, according to Dr. Cynthia McKenney, professor of ornamental horticulture at Texas Tech University and a Texas Superstar board … [Read more...]

By Missy HodginA&M AgriLife Extension AgentI have received some questions lately about water well testing, such as How to test, where to send the sample, what to test for and what do the results mean?  The Soil, Water and Forage Testing Laboratory through Texas … [Read more...]

By Sherri HalsellTexas AgriLife Extension AgentFor good health, families need to be physically active and parents need to serve as good role models for their children. Playing, eating, and enjoying life together as a family set the stage for a healthy lifestyle. Below … [Read more...]

By Missy HodginA&M AgriLife Extension AgentAs spring turns into summer, new opportunities arise for color in our gardens.  Observe some of the plants that can be purchased and increased, providing an abundance of extra plants for filling in open spaces where cool … [Read more...]

By Sherri HalsellTexas AgriLife Extension AgentTaking small steps each day to success is a way to help us reach our goals.  It's also a great strategy to reach your personal health and wealth goals. Many people fail to make the connection between big goals and small … [Read more...]

By Missy HodginTexas AgriLife Extension AgentWater has always been a major limiting factor on Texas rangelands.  Every drought reminds us that forage production is not guaranteed every year and that management must be prepared for the inevitable forage shortfall even … [Read more...]

During this past year it seems that food prices have been rising. You might be asking yourself, “Where can I cut back to save money?” Begin with a spending plan at the grocery store. This is one place where most people can save some extra money. It just takes time … [Read more...]

By Sherri HalsellTexas AgriLife AgentWith technology at their fingertips, drivers are constantly faced with distractions, such as talking or texting, which places their safety and that of others at serious risk. April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and … [Read more...]

Editor's note: This is the first in a four-part series about National Nutrition Month. By Sherri HalsellTexas AgriLife AgentWhat is National Nutrition Month?  National Nutrition Month is a nutrition education and information campaign created annually in March by the … [Read more...]