Dallas County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

08/15/2026

https://agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/2026/08/14/agrilife-extension-updates-fact-sheet-with-new-pasture-mealybug-treatment/?utm_source=txag-link&utm_medium=social_owned&utm_campaign=ento-ext-pasture%20mealybug%20update

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service updates its pasture mealybug fact sheet with guidance on newly approved insecticide for Texas producers.

08/12/2026

CLM Symposium II explores how historic cemeteries can become living memorials through conservation, education and community stewardship.

The Constellation of Living Memorials Symposium II brings together leaders in conservation, education, historic preservation, community engagement, higher education, and public policy to explore how neglected historic cemeteries can become sacred grounds, living landscapes, and civic anchors for healthier communities.

With CLM moving from a successful two-year pilot into its launch phase, this year’s symposium looks toward what comes next: building the partnerships, community leadership, and framework needed to grow a sustainable movement across Texas and beyond.

Through presentations, moderated conversations, a national keynote, and facilitated small-group discussions, attendees will not simply hear about the CLM model. They will help shape its future.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-clm-symposium-2026-tickets-1997753750245/

08/04/2026

Get ready to whip up some tasty grape jelly and fresh juice from scratch in this fun, hands-on workshop!
Learn how to preserve the bountiful harvest from your garden in this hands on beginner level workshop. We'll show you all the steps and tricks to be able to make beautiful and tasty jelly and juice from home grown grapes. We'll also show you how to preserve them in jars. You'll leave with a small jar of each and the recipes and directions so you can do this at home.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grape-jelly-and-juice-making-workshop-tickets-1992783851143

08/03/2026

4th Annual Women in Ag Conference
4th Annual Women in Ag Conference
Empowering Farm and Ranch Women Through Education, Networking, and Leadership Development
Fort Worth, Texas — Farm and ranch women from across the region are invited to participate in a dynamic two-day conference (September 8 & 9, 2026) designed to provide education, networking opportunities, and inspiration tailored specifically to their roles in agriculture.
This event will feature industry leaders presenting on carefully selected topics aimed at helping women strengthen and grow their agricultural operations. Attendees will gain practical knowledge and real-world solutions in key areas including farm and ranch management, record keeping, business planning, risk management, and informed decision-making.
Whether participants are actively involved in daily farming and ranching operations, managing the business side of an agricultural enterprise, or preparing for the future of their family’s operation, the conference offers valuable resources and meaningful connections to support their success.
Through a series of engaging educational sessions and networking opportunities, the program is designed to empower women in agriculture, enhance leadership skills, and reinforce their critical role in today’s modern farm and ranch industry.
For more information about the conference, including registration details and a full agenda, please contact Jacklyn Jones Doyle at [email protected].

08/02/2026

This three-part introductory course provides participants with an in-depth examination of honey through laboratory analysis, sensory evaluation, and honey judging principles.

https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/ereg/newreg.php?eventid=885637

08/01/2026

https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/new-world-screwworm-preparedness-and-response-education/01tQn00000H7J5lIAF

New World screwworm online training course
This course takes a deep dive into research-backed information to help Texans understand the screwworm, as well as its inspection, reporting and treatments.
This four-hour course is free and can be viewed by anyone who wants to learn more about New World screwworm. The course also serves as the foundational course to become a Texas Animal Health Commission’s (TAHC) certified inspector.

Link to free course registration:

https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/new-world-screwworm-preparedness-and-response-education/01tQn00000H7J5lIAF

07/31/2026

Johnson County: IPM Update, Pasture Mealybug and New World Screwworm

The cost of the update is $20, payable at the door, which includes dinner. An RSVP is requested by Aug. 4 by calling the AgriLife Extension Office in Johnson County at 817-556-6370.

Tyler Mays, AgriLife Extension integrated pest management specialist will provide updates on pasture mealybug and Sonja Swiger, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension entomologist and professor, Department of Entomology will discuss the New World screwworm.

Two Texas Department of Agriculture continuing education units will be available.

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host an integrated pest management update on pasture mealybug and the New World screwworm on Aug....

07/30/2026

Hear from local wildlife experts on how to appreciate and safely coexist with our raccoon neighbors!

In collaboration with Texas Parks and Wildlife and Texas A&M Agrilife Extension, gather for an educational morning, benefitting the North Texas Master Naturalists chapter.

Presentations include:

Biology and Behavior of Raccoons – Sam Kieschnick, TPWD

Diseases in Raccoons – Trestan Bryant, TPWD

Preventing Conflict with Raccoons – Prudi Koeninger, DFW Wildlife Coalition

Hear from local wildlife experts on how to appreciate and safely coexist with our raccoon neighbors!

07/30/2026

Get ready to whip up some tasty grape jelly and fresh juice from scratch in this fun, hands-on workshop!

Learn how to preserve the bountiful harvest from your garden in this hands on beginner level workshop. We'll show you all the steps and tricks to be able to make beautiful and tasty jelly and juice from home grown grapes. We'll also show you how to preserve them in jars. You'll leave with a small jar of each and the recipes and directions so you can do this at home.

07/29/2026

The North Texas Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalist (NTMN) is comprised of over 400 member volunteers from Dallas, Kaufman and Rockwall counties. The NTMN is a chapter of statewide Texas Master Naturalist (TMN). The TMN program strives to:
• Increase volunteer capacity and leadership in local communities.
• Enhance public awareness of local ecosystems and natural resources.
• Provide Texas' rapidly growing urban populations with increased understanding of conservation and enhancement of natural resources in and near their urban environments.
• Increase educational opportunities for local residents of all ages, through instruction, tours, exhibits, demonstration projects, and other means.
• Focus the considerable resources of state and local agencies and organizations to create a high-quality educational program directed towards building self-sufficiency within the community.
To become a NTMN member, individuals must complete 40 hours of training in the form of classroom instruction and field trips. In order to be certified as a Master Naturalist, our members must perform a minimum of 40 hours of chapter approved volunteer service annually and attain at least 8 hours of approved advanced training each year.
In 2025, North Texas Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalist volunteers logged over 28,000 hours of volunteer service. NTMN volunteers currently coordinate 77 different projects across its three county service area. The North Texas Chapter provides funding for several projects, community outreach and education, as well as chapter operations.

Our mission is to develop a corps of well-informed volunteers to provide education, outreach and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities in the state of Texas.