Archives for March 2020

The South Texas Ag Symposium scheduled for Tuesday, April 14th is a GO.  A couple of minor changes to be aware of. Registration will not be conducted through the Extension Office, instead you are asked to register through Conference Services at https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/ag Registration will close on April 12th at midnight.  Cost will be $10/person.  Two… Read More →

The Texas Animal Health Commission has released a very informative fact sheet regarding COVID-19 and animal related questions.  Check it out below. TAHC_COVID19_FAQ

Preventive measures in households are important to limit the survival of the virus Cleaning and disinfecting are paramount to preventing COVID-19 contamination from spreading into and throughout one’s household. Texas A&M AgriLife Research – Institute for Infectious Animal Diseases, IIAD, experts offer guidelines for keeping safe. Cleaning frequently touched surfaces like light switches and door… Read More →

The Rancher’s Leasing Workshop that was scheduled for Friday, April 24 in La Vernia has been cancelled.  We are working on trying to reschedule the program for later this fall.  We’ll keep you posted.

We’ve made a few changes to the program series that begins next week on Tuesday, March 31 from 12-1 pm.  First and foremost, there will not be a venue at the Extension Office available to view the program.  You’ll be asked to join us online from the comfort of your home.  If you are interested… Read More →

Posted on March 6, 2020 by larry.redmon Photosynthesis is the process by which plants combine solar energy, atmospheric CO2, and water, within green leaf tissue (chlorophyll) to produce carbohydrates. Plants use these carbohydrates as a source of energy to carry on basic metabolic processes. In short, while overly simplistic, plants can create their own food using the simple… Read More →

Texas Agriculture Law Blog <tdowell@tamu.edu> Eminent domain is one of the most controversial issues facing Texas landowners.  The key to protecting one’s property is to understand a landowner’s rights, to be familiar with the condemnation process, and to know what steps to take when facing a taking of private property. In order to help educate… Read More →

Sources:  CDC.gov and DSHS.texas.gov The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring an outbreak caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. The first case in the United States was announced on January 21, 2020. There are ongoing investigations to learn more. 2019 Novel Coronavirus, Wuhan, China Situation Summary About 2019… Read More →

Join us for an interesting set of webinars related to Wildlife Damage Management.  Programs will be held on March 31, April 21 and May 19 from 12 noon – 1:00 pm at the Bexar County Extension Office.  One hour of TDA pesticide CEU will be offered will be offered at each class.  See the flyer… Read More →

Make plans to join us for the 2020 South Texas Ag Symposium Tuesday, April 14 at the Texas Department of Agriculture Office, 8918 Tesoro Dr, Suite #120 San Antonio, TX 78217.  This is a free program sponsored by the Bexar County Extension Ag/NR Committee.  Two hours of CEU credit will be offered ( 1 L&R,… Read More →