Extension Educationin Williamson County

The Texas Fruit Conference dates have been set for October 28th-30th, 2019.   We will again meet in New Braunfels again for our fourth consecutive year.  Attempts to find a host site in College Station were not successful, so apologies to those of you who wanted a return to Aggie-Land in 2019. We will instead bring Aggie-Land to New Braunfels for an informative and enjoyable 8th annual conference!   Here are the key notes about this year’s event to mark your calendars for: You asked for him, and... Read More →

The City of Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department’s Arbor Day Tree Giveaway will take place on Saturday, November 2. Participants must register in advance to receive one free 5-gallon tree per household. Only City of Georgetown residents are allowed to receive a tree through this program. Trees are intended for planting on private property. Tree species and quantities are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 400 trees across three varieties will be made available for this event. When: Saturday, November 2, 2019 | 8:30-11:30 a.m. Where: Georgetown Municipal Complex,... Read More →

Did you know that tomatoes are a great source of lycopene? Lycopene is an antioxidant that is linked to health benefits ranging from heart health to protection against sunburns and certain types of cancer. Besides all that, tomatoes are just plain fun to grow! On Friday, November 8, Williamson County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is hosting a Lunch and Learn program, and the topic will be “All About Tomatoes.”  Learn how to grow and prepare tomatoes and fun tomato dishes. Join us for lunch and find out how... Read More →

The tree care profession has experienced rapid growth over the past decade and there is a significant amount of knowledge required to per-form at the highest level. International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) credentials help consumers identify qualified, knowledgeable tree care professionals. This course will help prepare professional arborists to take the ISA Certified Arborist Exam Topics include: Tree Biology, Identification, Water Management, Tree Nutrition, Tree Selection and Pruning, Plant Health Care, Tree Assess-ment, Trees and Construction, Urban Forestry, & more! Benefits of this Training:  • 20 hours of... Read More →

  Trees are the longest living organisms on the planet and one of the earth's greatest natural resources. They keep our air supply clean, reduce noise pollution, improve water quality, help prevent erosion, provide food and building materials, create shade, and help make our landscapes look beautiful. On Monday, November 11th, 2019, the Williamson County Master Gardeners monthly meeting will feature “Common Tree Mistakes”.  Colleen will speak on issues she frequently encounters in the urban landscape. Colleen is an ISA Certified Arborist and is the owner of Red Wheelbarrow... Read More →

  Why are trees so valuable? Trees contribute to our environment by providing oxygen, improving air quality, climate improvement, conserving water, preserving soil, and supporting wildlife. During the process of photosynthesis, trees take in carbon dioxide and produce the oxygen we breathe. Join us on November 7th or 14th for the Green Thumbs Up Gardening Series “Tree Selection, Planting, & Pruning” presented by Williamson County Master Gardeners Wayne Rhoden and Garry Bowman. Wayne and Garry will discuss selection of trees for Central Texas, proper planting, fertilization, watering and pruning. Bring your... Read More →

Workshop Information:  For more workshop information, click here Workshop Information There is NO cost to attend a Texas Watershed Steward workshop. All workshop participants will receive: A day of beneficial and applicable watershed education A copy of the Texas Watershed Steward Curriculum Handbook Tote bag and other goodies Sign-in/registration/coffee begins at 30 minutes before the advertised start time. Dress is casual. The workshop will be held inside with interactive demonstrations and visuals throughout the day. Unless otherwise mentioned, participants should bring their own lunch We offer CEUs to applicable participants!... Read More →