Agriculture and Farming

Over-the-counter livestock antibiotics to require presciptions
The remaining over-the-counter antibiotics for livestock and companion animals will soon require a prescription. Starting June 11, the use of all medically important antimicrobials will require veterinary oversight. This upcoming change was first announced last year by

Brown County 4-H News: May 25
DATES TO REMEMBER May 29 – Extension Office Closed for Memorial Day June 5 – 9 – Texas 4-H Roundup College Station, TX 13 – D-7 4-H Horse Show, San Angelo, TX 21 – 23 – D-7

Five tips to protect your home from mosquitoes this summer
Warmer temperatures and rain means mosquito season is underway in most of the state. With an increase in mosquitoes comes an increase in bites. While these insects pose a big annoyance for Texans, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service entomologist Sonja

Gardening is for everyone
Growing your own vegetables might sound hard but it can actually be quite simple. Starting a garden comes with some good benefits! Vegetables are an important part of a healthy meal pattern. You may find that you

Physical activity for life
Have you ever heard the saying “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure?” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), physical activity can prevent one in ten premature deaths. Physical activity

Grapefruit nutrition and facts
With spring right around the corner, fruit is about to be back in season and eating grapefruit provides a great source of nutrients, while still tasting sweet! Grapefruit makes up a large portion of the citrus industry

Horse show exhibitors urged to safeguard against equine herpes
As exhibitors gear up for a busy show and rodeo season this summer, Oklahoma State University Extension animal health specialists advise owners to closely monitor the health of their horses and implement smart biosecurity measures to safeguard

Brown County 4-H News: May 18
DATES TO REMEMBER May 21 – Early 4-H Club Meeting 5:00pm at Extension Office 29 – Extension Office Closed for Memorial Day June 5 – 9 – Texas 4-H Roundup College Station, TX 13 – D-7 4-H

New dates set for 2023-24 hunting seasons in Texas
Although there were no major changes to statewide hunting regulations for 2023-24 seasons, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission recently approved a minor language change to clarify the intent of the Federal Sandhill Crane Permit. “We do

The power of flowers: How to keep your garden colorful through the summer
Since April showers did indeed bring May flowers for much of the state, now is the time to think about continuing that color through the rest of spring and the upcoming summer months. Larry Stein, Ph.D., horticulture

Brown County 4-H News: May 11
DATES TO REMEMBER May 21 – Early 4-H Club Meeting 5:00pm at Extension Office 29 – Extension Office Closed for Memorial Day June 5 – 9 – Texas 4-H Roundup College Station, TX 13 – D-7 4-H

Reducing negative snake interactions
Spring is officially here. Wildflowers are out, grass is greening up in some areas and snakes are starting to slither out in search of a place to sun. Although snakes play an important role in our ecosystems,