Agriculture and Farming
Examine hunting leases, terms closely
Landowners should consider taking the steps to establish a proper hunting lease before allowing hunters on their property. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agricultural Law Specialist Tiffany Lashmet encourages landowners to have the lease in writing. An official
Brown County 4-H News: Oct. 3
DATES TO REMEMBER October 7 – Brown County 4-H Proclamation at County Commissioner’s Court 8 – Brookesmith 4-H Club Meeting 5:30pm at Brookesmith Community Center 13 – Cen-Tex 4-H Club Meeting 3:00pm at the Extension Office 14
Nature knows best
Nature’s seasons provide for our nutritional needs. For example, summer brings hydrating fruits like watermelon and berries to keep us cool, while autumn offers root vegetables and squashes that provide warmth and sustenance for colder months. Eating
Time to transition your garden for fall and start cool-season vegetables
It’s time to get some fall and cool-season produce started, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. “No one wants to garden when it is blazing hot,” said Larry Stein, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Are gray horses really gray?
Genetic differences determine how fast a horse turns gray and if they end up as a gray or white horse. Scientists from the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) and Uppsala University in
Brown County 4-H News: Sept. 26
DATES TO REMEMBER October 1 – Deadline to RSVP for 4-H Proclamation at Brown County Commissioners Court 6 – 4-H Sheep/Goat Club Meeting 3:00pm at the Youth Fair Barns 7 – Brown County 4-H Proclamation at County
5 keys for early wheat management
Planting date, seeding rate, and fertility are listed among the top management concerns when it comes to producing wheat in the Southwest. “Picks List” helps producers determine the best-adapted variety. Variety selection, planting date, seeding rate, fertility
Brown County 4-H News: Sept. 19
DATES TO REMEMBER September 22 – Bangs 4-H Club Meeting 2:00pm at the Extension Office October 1 – Deadline to RSVP for 4-H Proclamation at Brown County Commissioners Court 6 – 4-H Sheep/Goat Club Meeting 3:00pm at
Herb gardening tips for Texas
Herbs are a great, easy-to-grow, multi-use addition to any garden. Herb gardens are also the perfect way for beginning gardeners to develop their green thumb. Joe Masabni, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service small-acreage horticulturist in the
Top tips for student mental health
The transition back to school can be exciting but also stressful, so Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts have some essential tips on how adults can help youth navigate this season with confidence and emotional well-being. “Parents,
Advancing the Fundamentals of Brush Management workshop set for Sept. 19
The Advancing the Fundamentals of Brush Management Workshop will be held in San Angelo Thursday, Sept. 10. This is a free workshop with 2 General and 1 IPM CEU offered! The program will be held at the
Brown County 4-H News: Sept. 12
DATES TO REMEMBER September 15 – Rabbit Club Meeting 2:00pm at the Extension Office 15 – Brown 4-H Sheep/Goat Club Meeting 5:00pm at the Youth Fair Barns 15 – 4-H Robotics Informational Meeting 3:00pm at the Extension