A living, vertical salad bar in the employee break room is more than just a novelty at the Texas A&M AgriLife Center at Dallas. It is a sm… Read more

Many kids receive little or no money management instruction, but having parents and other caregivers teach them basic financial literacy would… Read more

For many people, making efforts to reduce their environmental impact is important, but some pet owners may find that making this lifestyle cha… Read more

February is Pet Dental Health Month, an opportune time for pet owners to check in on the health of their furry friend’s mouth. Read more

It used to be that people had gardens and traded vegetables for eggs. Neighbors knew that the beef they had for dinner ate the grass from that… Read more

The 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak has been at the front of many health professionals’ minds, especially with the World Health Organization’s… Read more

Estate planning is a difficult process for families. There are a multitude of factors for families to consider. Many times this process can be… Read more

When faced with an emergency, everyone needs to know how to protect their family, their home and, let’s not forget, their pets. Our furry frie… Read more

Adopting a wild horse or burro just got a lot easier for Denton County residents. Read more

Whether your feline friend is curled up next to you on the couch or lives outdoors, cats have a way of making their way into our hearts one wa… Read more

Although grapes are currently dormant, growers, whether backyard or commercial, should not abandon the vineyard entirely during the winter months. Read more

While ear infections are pesky conditions that affect many species, dogs are especially at risk because of the shape of their ear canals. Read more

You can plant a tree as long as the ground isn’t frozen, so basically “always” around here. Read more

Normally I contribute to the newspaper current agriculture information or update the community on our 4-H program and how our members are doing. Read more

Texas A&M AgriLife extension service is holding its first educational program on industrial hemp in Denton County. The emerging crop has p… Read more

Here we are in the tight spot after Christmas excess, but before we don our New Year’s resolutions to do everything better, be kind to Mother … Read more

It’s the time of year when a festive holiday spirit brings together friends and family in celebration; unfortunately, this happy time can also… Read more

It is holiday season, which means we are bombarded with treats from every angle. This can derail even the healthiest eater. But there are ways… Read more

A medical emergency is among the worst nightmares for any pet owner. Even minor injuries can be stressful, especially if they happen far from … Read more

Denton County 4-H members recently competed in a local Food Challenge contest that helps students learn multiple life skills while participating. Read more

For many cat owners, busting boredom in their feline friend is a sizable concern. Cats are notoriously choosy about their toys, and an under-s… Read more

Hay is being transported by semi-truck and gooseneck trailer loads across the state of Texas. Hay bales are a primary roughage used to feed ca… Read more

It’s not just your imagination; the sky is falling. Read more

Each Thanksgiving, we are brought together through food, community and tradition to reflect on the year and give thanks. This holiday, pet own… Read more

Are you celebrating Bat Week? The annual international celebration of the role of bats in nature is happening now through Oct. 31. Read more

Fall is finally here (at least according to my deceitful calendar.) Of course, it does not feel like it yet in Texas. Eventually we will get o… Read more

Rabies is a deadly disease that can harm pets, wildlife and people. Luckily, thanks to modern medicine, it is also easily preventable through … Read more

Many pet owners have found themselves in difficult situations in which they know something is wrong with a pet, but the veterinary clinic is c… Read more

For backyard viticulture, or grape growing, gardeners look mostly for low input, low maintenance grapes that serve two purposes. First to prod… Read more

As a dog ages, several changes may occur besides a graying muzzle. Senior dogs have more health concerns than younger dogs, but they can still… Read more

During the 2019 Labor Day holiday, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension will partner with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway… Read more