Camp County- Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service

08/31/2026

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08/29/2026

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Dr. David Kerns and Greg Wilson with Texas A&M Entomology shared valuable insights into the emergency exemption for Centric 40WG for pasture mealybug treatment and best practices for its use with Farm Progress Daily.

“It does not mean ‘spray every yellow pasture,”’ Wilson said. “It means that if mealybugs are easily found with plant injury, there is now a labeled option that research has shown will work if it is applied correctly.”

Learn more about this new treatment option: https://bit.ly/4qGkVsZ

08/27/2026

Wildfire preparation can make all the difference for your ranch and livestock. AgriLife Extension and the Texas A&M Forest Service offer guidance to help ranchers and landowners prepare their operations for wildfire risk.

Learn more at: tx.ag/WildfirePreparingTheRanch

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Disaster Assessment and Recovery

08/26/2026

Dolly Parton’s roots began in 4-H, and throughout her remarkable life, she truly lived the 4-H pledge of giving her “hands to larger service.”🍀💚

Her extraordinary talent touched generations, but her legacy extends far beyond her music. Through her generosity, compassion, and commitment to giving back, she used her success to open doors, inspire young people, and make a difference in the lives of others.

08/26/2026

Meet the New World screwworm detector dogs! 🐾

Trained at USDA’s National Detector Dog Training Center in Georgia, these highly skilled canine teams are stationed at the Douglas, AZ port of entry to inspect livestock for signs of New World screwworm (NWS).



These USDA detector dogs aren’t generalists or law enforcement - NWS detection is their sole focus. Their specialized training prepares them to work alongside USDA veterinarians at the southern border, providing an extra layer of protection for livestock as cattle trade resumes.

08/23/2026

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08/22/2026

Don't kill the good bugs! 🕷️ Molly Keck, AgriLife Extension senior program specialist, was featured in Better Homes & Gardens explaining why misidentifying spiders is a top summer pest mistake. Find out by clicking the 🔗 https://bit.ly/4zqgne5

Texas A&M Entomology

08/21/2026

Way to go Dr. Swiger!!

08/19/2026

Succession planning isn’t just the transfer of assets, consider your knowledge too.

In our latest podcast, agricultural law specialist Tiffany Lashmet of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension (Texas Agriculture Law) suggests:

“Write it down, and then also start training the next generation right now while you're here. While you can impart some of that knowledge.”

Listen to the full episode: https://open.spotify.com/show/13K9rocs3nNRl7CFAEpi8E?si=e35caf3119574af9.

08/19/2026

What makes a plant tough enough to be a Texas Superstar?

KXAN News went to Texas A&M University Department of Horticultural Sciences ornamental specialist Dr. Andrew King, whose AgriLife Research trials answer it every season.

Learn this plant's name and hear Dr. King's thoughts on this Texas-tough shrub 🔗 https://bit.ly/4gcnjmg