Virtual Entomology Camp (July 8-10)

Craving some science?  Want your kids to get outside and enjoy nature?  Join us for a virtual entomology camp! Campers will collect insects, assemble collection, perform entomology activities, and learn all about insects in this three day virtual camp, led by Texas A&M AgriLife Entomologist, Molly Keck. They will interact with instructors and each other, get virtual help with their collections and be able to share their love of insects with their fellow campers. Campers receive an insect collection kit (net, forceps, killing jar, killing solution, pins, spreading... Read More →

Water U Doing?: Water Efficient Sprinklers (virtual class)

This class is FREE will be LIVE on our Facebook page AgriLife Water University. NO LINKS TO CLICK and NO NEED TO REGISTER. What are you doing for your landscape? Save water, money and time by giving your sprinkler system a “Spruce Up”. Come learn how minor do it yourself repairs and simple irrigation tips can make a MAJOR impact on your water waste and your water bill. If you’ve got questions about your controller or how much your lawn and landscape really needs, we’ve got a stream... Read More →

Backyard Bug Hunt – Veggie Pests

Upcoming Meeting Information - Veggie Pests  Meeting link: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/agrilife-tamu/j.php… Meeting number: 145 712 2533 Password: M5Ud26a6Q9C     Please see below for previous Backyard Bug Hunt videos. Stinging & biting arthropods: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/6dd84f06206d4341abbd19693cebf841 Fly ID & Management: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/b665549b9a8c4cd8b748a987d5ef5222 Mosquitoes: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/e10dedca6c4c47beb602552535b4bb52 All about ants: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/3a997b4c14bd4ed0a1f81858992b6035 Fire ant management: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/a6eb4c910e4142b89e50f844ab33ba39

Texas Pecan Growers Webinar – Best Management Practices

https://agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/2020/06/23/texas-pecan-growers-webinar-2020/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AgrilifeToday+%28AgriLife+Today%29 The webinar is intended to provide a timely review of the best management practices needed to produce a successful pecan crop in 2020. Register for the webinar online. Registration is $30. Three Texas Department of Agriculture pesticide license continuing education credits, CEUs, will be available to private pesticide license holders. There are two CEUs offered in integrated pest management and one in pesticide laws and regulations. The program’s topics will include production and pest management issues, including insects, diseases, weed control, fertilization, irrigation and other factors causing tree... Read More →

Drip Irrigation DIY (virtual class)

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This class is FREE will be LIVE on our Facebook page AgriLife Water University. NO LINKS TO CLICK and NO NEED TO REGISTER. Make every drip count! Whether you have an existing sprinkler system or just an outdoor faucet, learn how to install, convert and maintain a drip irrigation system. Drip irrigation is the most efficient irrigation method for landscape beds, potted plants, vegetable gardens or home foundations. The flow of information from our experts will make "do it yourself" drip irrigation seem easy! Our staff horticulturalist and... Read More →

Plant Combos & Companions (Virtual Class)

This class is FREE will be LIVE on our Facebook page AgriLife Water University. NO LINKS TO CLICK and NO NEED TO REGISTER. You know the plants, now learn the combinations that will make each of your plantings pop! This class will help you create year-round aesthetic beauty by combining plants that offer refreshing seasonal interest with vibrant contrasting colors and textures. Learn how to improve visual harmony while getting to the root of those problem areas. Revamp poor drainage zones, deep shade spots or heat islands with... Read More →

Chat with Green Aggies

Thursday, July 16th       12:12pm We’ll be back to our normal Chat with Green Aggies Thursday slot. We’ll answer questions from the emails, Facebook, etc. Hope to ‘see’ you soon.

Chat with Green Aggies

NEW: our Chats are moving from Gotowebinar to Zoom! Every Thursday 12:12pm. Register for all Chats until the end of August. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.    July 16: We’ll feature the Buglady (what? Who?) and answer questions from the emails, Facebook, etc. Register https://forms.gle/8sbF3VcEFfSSY6Rd7 (NEW!!! Sign up through google form).   July 23: (Host: Dr. Becky Grubbs) Registration:  https://agrilife.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcrcuuoqj8tGNKZ_K3URDkw245GxbJHH2eX   July 30th (Host: Erfan Vafaie) Registration:   https://tamu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpfu2hrzIiE9YCnIT-26crjqv7n3tkBRPE   August 6: (Host: Dr. Mengmeng Gu) Registration:   https://tamu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqd-uupj8tG9eqP_iUePN5K8q2pxBZ0ZDp   Aug 13 (Host:... Read More →

Backyard Bug Hunt – Attracting Insects to Your Yard

Upcoming Meeting Information - Attracting Insects to Your Yard (including beneficials)  Meeting link: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/agrilife-tamu/j.php… Meeting number: 145 712 2533 Password: M5Ud26a6Q9C     Please see below for previous Backyard Bug Hunt videos. Stinging & biting arthropods: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/6dd84f06206d4341abbd19693cebf841 Fly ID & Management: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/b665549b9a8c4cd8b748a987d5ef5222 Mosquitoes: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/e10dedca6c4c47beb602552535b4bb52 All about ants: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/3a997b4c14bd4ed0a1f81858992b6035 Fire ant management: https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/webappng/sites/agrilife-tamu/recording/play/a6eb4c910e4142b89e50f844ab33ba39

Williamson County Master Gardener Association Meeting – Crape Myrtles and Crape Myrtle Bark Scale

You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Jul 20, 2020 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Topic: Crape Myrtles & Crape Myrtle Bark Scale   Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://agrilife.zoom.us/j/95699955126?pwd=WDBZcmRlSEJ5eHNnNEJ4QzB3dFoyUT09 Password: WCMGA   Or iPhone one-tap : US: +13462487799,,95699955126#  or +12532158782,,95699955126# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 346 248 7799  or +1 253 215 8782  or +1 669 900 9128  or +1 301 715 8592  or +1 312 626 6799  or +1... Read More →