How to choose the right fertilizer for home vegetable gardens
WEBSep 17, 2020 · Fertilizer can be added in many different forms, including organic, non-organic or traditional, water-soluble and slow-release. “Gardeners often choose these based on personal preference,” Whittlesey said. “Organic is great for working into the soil, while granular fertilizers can be used during planting, and liquids are good for ...
Four tips to prevent and remove grass stickers - AgriLife Today
WEBAug 13, 2024 · Tip 1: Understand your location’s needs. Sandburs are nasty little weed seed pods. Ridding your lawn of them takes some time and effort, but it can save you and your household some real pain. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife) Your location determines how to control sandburs. Boeri warns that Texas’ wide range of climates makes it ...
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WEBTexas A&M AgriLife home to world’s top animal science researchers, according to Research.com. ‘Buzzing’ with brilliance and dedication. Thompson named Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Canyon resident director. Veterinary Science Certificate Program makes job-ready high school graduates. Minimize the risk of West Nile ...
Anthrax diagnosis, treatment and handling - AgriLife Today
WEBAug 26, 2021 · For more information on anthrax and other TVMDL test offerings, visit https://tvmdl.tamu.edu or call the College Station laboratory at 1-888-646-5623 or the Canyon laboratory at 1-888-646-5624. To learn more about precautions when handling suspected anthrax samples and disposal of anthrax-infected carcasses, visit the Department of State Health ...
When stocking ponds with fish, stick to the process
WEBApr 8, 2020 · Springtime is the right time to begin the process of stocking new ponds with fish, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert.. Todd Sink, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension aquaculture specialist, College Station, said many landowners believe simply adding fish to a pond will result in a healthy and sustainable fish population. But a planned approach, starting with creating a good ...
Mithila Jugulam named director of Texas A&M AgriLife Research …
WEBAug 1, 2024 · Jugulam will supervise all aspects of the operation of the center and its associated research. She will work to advance the strategic priorities of the center and Texas A&M AgriLife Research.Her responsibilities will include the development and administration of a nationally recognized research program that …
Free online trainings for those providing essential employee child …
WEBApr 29, 2020 · Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service today announced a series of free online trainings for child care providers and parents who are either in need of, or who will be providing care for, children of essential employees throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.. The first course, Special Considerations for Infection Control in Child Care Settings During COVID-19, launched today.
Comprehensive report on U.S. cattle market published - AgriLife …
WEBOct 4, 2021 · The 180-plus page book, titled “The U.S. Beef Supply Chain: Issues and Challenges” can be viewed on the AFPC website at https://afpc.tamu.edu. It is the result of proceedings from an AFPC-hosted workshop on cattle markets held June 3-4 in Kansas City, Missouri. The book puts into context a variety of disruptions in the cattle market ...
How to care for succulents - AgriLife Today
WEBMay 28, 2020 · Drainage is really important. “Before anything, you need to have a hole in the bottom of the pot to let the water drain,” Reed said. “For succulents, you cannot use a saucer to collect the extra water because it will just keep the bottom soil moist.”. A lot of succulents can experience root rot when sitting in moist soil for too long.
New research takes aim at devastating citrus greening
WEBNovember 30, 2021 - by Olga Kuchment. Citrus greening, or Huanglongbing disease, HLB, is the most devastating disease for orange and grapefruit trees in the U.S. Prevention and treatment methods have proven elusive, and a definitive cure does not exist. A healthy grapefruit compared to one affected by citrus greening (Texas A&M AgriLife photo)