Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Newton Co.

09/12/2024

Please be advised that our office will be temporarily closed. During this period, our office will not be staffed, and we will be unable to answer calls or handle walk-in inquiries.

For any agricultural-related questions or concerns, please contact the following Agrilife offices in neighboring counties:

Sabine County Agrilife Office: 409-787-3752
Jasper County Agrilife Office: 409-384-3721
Angelina County Agrilife Office: 936-634-6414

Thank you for your understanding and patience during this transition. We appreciate your cooperation in reaching out to the listed offices for assistance.

05/08/2024

11/17/2023

The Newton County Extension Office is selling raffle tickets in support of the 2024 County Agent National Conference held in Texas next year. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket, please call the Newton Extension Office at (409) 379-4831.

11/07/2023

Grassbur, also known as field sandbur, sandbur, grass bur and sticker w**d, is a common grassy w**d that can negatively impact grass forage and hay quality. This free 2-page fact sheet discusses how to identify and control grassbur in pastures and hayfields.

Find it on : tx.ag/AL110623

10/25/2023

Take a chance to go for a family nature walk today. What reptiles can you find? Nature can be what is around you, no need to go far away to find it.

10/24/2023

Take a chance to go for a family nature walk today. What pollinators can you find? Nature can be what is around you, no need to go far away to find it.

10/19/2023

Take a chance to go for a family nature walk today. Look for something fuzzy. Nature can be what is around you, no need to go far away to find it.

10/18/2023

Take a chance to go for a family nature walk today. What birds do you see? Nature can be what is around you, no need to go far away to find it.

10/16/2023

It is a beautiful day to get outside!!

Take a chance to go for a family nature walk today. What can you find in groups of two? Nature can be what is around you, no need to go far away to find it.

10/06/2023

Take a chance to go for a family nature walk today. What textures can you find today? Is something soft? Rough? Prickly? Nature can be what is around you, no need to go far away to find it.

09/25/2023

Take a chance to go for a family nature walk today. What shapes can you find on your walk? Nature can be what is around you, no need to go far away to find it.

09/23/2023

Do Your Children Get Enough Sleep?
Source: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

Sleep is important for children’s overall health and academic performance.

Here are some tips to help your kids get good sleep:

Do Your Children Get Enough Sleep? Sleep is critical to prevent diabetes, obesity, poor mental health, injuries, attention or behavior problems. Tips for Good Sleep