Martin County AgriLife Extension & 4-H

10/24/2026

Our first Brush Hour Paint. Relax. Renew event was a HUGE success! Thank you all who came out to relieve some stress through art! If you missed out, do not worry. I will be hosting another event soon! We have some amazing artists in Martin County.

10/23/2026

Make Halloween snacks a little more creative! 🥝 From Frankenstein kiwis and jack-o-lantern oranges to veggie skeletons and spooky snack boards, find 25 festive ideas that bring more fruits and veggies to the Halloween table. 🕷️

Here are some of our favorite healthy and festive Halloween treats. Try some spooky snacks and enjoy with friends and family!

10/22/2026

Looking for healthier Halloween? 🎃 Learn how eating a balanced meal, getting some extra steps, and serving festive foods can help you enjoy the holiday while keeping candy in perspective. 👻

The abundance of sweets at Halloween makes it easy to over-indulge. Whether you’re a trick-or-treater, a party host, or the stay-at-home crew, here are a few tips to make Halloween healthier.

10/21/2026

Halloween candy can be part of the fun without ignoring your teeth. 🎃 Learn why timing treats with meals, limiting sticky or sour candy, and choosing tooth-friendly treats can help keep smiles healthy this Halloween. 🦷 http://tx.ag/eiyLe3t

Here are 7 healthy tips for Halloween season and all year long, with ideas for enjoying in moderation (and cool treats that aren’t candy at all).

10/20/2026

We had an awesome morning at the Martin County 4-H Food Show! Contestants Hudson Phillips, Ryley Mitchell, Berkley Borgstedt, Peykos Pardue, Channing Borgstedt, Paxtyn McMorries, Landry Phillips, and Hadley Springer did an outstanding job!

Advancing to District for Food Show:
Appetizer- Channing Borgstedt
Side Dish- Paxtyn McMorries
Main Dish- Landry Phillips
Healthy Dessert- Hadley Springer

10/20/2026

Fall brings cooler weather and common seasonal illnesses. 🍂 Learn about illnesses that may be more common this time of year, along with practical tips for preventing illness, recognizing symptoms and treating them if you get sick.

As the weather changes, pollen also spikes and illnesses can flare up. Also, with children back in school, it’s time to be wary of symptoms that might indicate that an illness is present.

10/19/2026

https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/ds06-ev-011

👉👉TODAY👈👈 is the LAST Day to register for the Brush Hour Painting Event! I have very limited seating available, so click the link above to reserve your spot now! This will be a fun, relaxing evening full of fellowship, snacks, and creativity! What a fun way to start a weekend!

10/19/2026

Reusable grocery totes are convenient, but they need care, too! 🛍️ Learn how to clean and store your bags safely and prevent cross-contamination when carrying groceries. http://tx.ag/rPsXwfN

Cloth grocery totes are convenient and environmentally friendly but could they also be making you sick?

10/19/2026

Don't forget about our Turnrow Meeting tomorrow morning! We will be offering 1 General CEU and this will be a free program, thanks to our Sponsor- Helena Agri-Enterprises! See updated address below.

10/18/2026

Results from the Heifer Barn:

Wesley Phillips showed 2 heifers in Dallas and earned 6th with his Hereford and 2nd with his ORB! Wesley was also 2nd with his Hereford in the Open Show, and was called back for the final wave in Showmanship.

Way to go Wesley!