Mail-in genetic test kits are a health trend that claim to offer users remarkable access to individualized information on their health at a mo… Read more
Members of local 4-H clubs have been busy over the past several months competing in state and national contests. One example of this in Denton… 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
Believe it or not, this time last year we were already talking about fall armyworms being active in hay fields. Last year’s activity was due t… 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
Nutrition plays a large role in a horse’s energy level, performance and overall health. There are many feed and treat options available for ho… Read more
Each year, the Denton County 4-H program hosts the Gold Star Banquet to recognize the accomplishments of 4-H members throughout the past year. Read more
Birds make beautiful, entertaining and intelligent pets. Caring for them can be rewarding, but also challenging, especially when it comes to k… Read more
Anthrax has recently been found in multiple counties in southwest Texas. Crockett, Kinney, Sutton, Uvalde, Val Verde have all had confirmed ca… Read more
Cows are notorious for chewing their cud, but did you know this is actually a key part of their digestive process? Read more
Leaving a child to die in a hot vehicle — most parents think it will never happen to them. Sadly, of the children who die in hot cars, more th… Read more
Does your pet have a talent for comforting those in need? Volunteering for pet therapy is a great way to spend more time with your pet, while … Read more
The bagworms are back. I have been spotting them in quite a few locations around Denton. Read more
Pet stores often carry an overwhelming number of dog chew options, from rawhides and antlers to rubber toys and ropes. With so many choices, h… Read more
This year a large volume of hay has been produced around Denton County due to the extremely wet year we have had. After we finally were able t… Read more
“What is the grass that keeps shutting down my hay cutter, making fields hard to cut?” Read more
The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association will host a ranch gathering Thursday, July 25, at the Bowie Community Center in Bowie. T… Read more
Outbreaks of vesicular stomatitis occur in Texas every several years, but until this June, there were no reported cases since 2014. Because ho… Read more
Although it is not yet the law in Texas to keep children rear-facing until at least age 2, it is best practice to follow the recommendations o… Read more
As a county extension agent, I am tasked with providing research-based education to the citizens of Texas. Sometimes this means that I have an… Read more
Where should a family begin when deciding to participate in the 4-H program? Below are some questions, which address a broad range of 4-H Club… Read more
While June is best known for its rising temperatures and the beginning of summer, did you know that June is also National Fresh Fruit and Vege… Read more
What is the minimum safe distance to avoid spraying by a skunk? Speaking of skunks, what is their only predator? (This animal conveniently doe… Read more
The 2019 Texas Legislature wrapped up this week, but industrial hemp is still up in the air. What’s the holdup? Read more
How did it go? Did you get your warm-season vegetables in the ground on time? Did everything survive the cold snap and all the rain? It has be… Read more
According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of American adults are living with high blood pressure (also called hypertension), ye… Read more
Severe weather season is upon us. Denton has already had one confirmed tornado that took out many mature trees. Hopefully, we won’t have any m… Read more
African swine fever is a viral disease that affects swine of all ages. Recently, news broke that the disease had infected pigs in Japan and ot… Read more
One of my fondest memories of childhood is packing my bags and boarding the vehicle headed to Brownwood. We were off to 4-H camp! I’m sure my … Read more
Parents often ask car seat experts what is the safest seat for their child. Truth be told, it is not the brand of seat they purchase, but maki… Read more
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Denton County office depends on volunteers to expand its educational outreach throughout our communities,… Read more
As March came to a close, students across Denton County were actively wrapping up their projects and preparing for a new year with their proje… Read more
The end of March means a great deal for local youths raising a project for show — it’s Denton County Livestock Association Youth Fair & Ro… Read more
The recent discovery of the emerald ash borer in Fort Worth has prompted several actions designed to slow the advance of the infestation, incl… Read more
Maybe you have one of those trees with pretty white fluffs in your yard. Perhaps your neighbor has some. Wherever they are, they smell gross, … Read more
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Denton County will host a two-hour webinar from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday titled "Wildlife in t… Read more
Breaking clays, punching paper and flying arrows are all part of the 4-H Shooting Sports project. If you enjoy the outdoors and hunting, you s… Read more
Because we all lead different lifestyles, it is no surprise that dieting is not “one-size-fits-all.” Therefore, it is important to follow a he… Read more
Denton County is home to a wide variety of agriculture enterprises. As the county transitions from larger farms and ranches to small-acreage l… Read more
While February is best known for Valentine’s Day, did you know that it is also American Heart Month? This February, Texas A&M AgriLife Ext… Read more
Denton's chapter of the League of United Latin American Citizens has opened its 2019 scholarship campaign. Read more
The time is now to start your spring vegetable garden, so get out there! Read more
The summer and fall of 2018 left farmers and ranchers with a shortage of hay in Denton County. A short recap of the events are as follows: Read more
With the new farm bill passing and allowing hemp production at the federal level, everyone wants to know about industrial hemp. What is it? Ho… Read more
Finding reliable resources of health and wellness information can be a challenge. Since 1906, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service has pro… Read more
Why not try your hand at growing your own fruit this year? Read more
As March rapidly approaches, students across Denton County are actively preparing to compete at the Denton County Youth Fair & Rodeo. Read more
A keynote presentation by Dan Hale will highlight the 57th annual Blackland Income Growth Conference on Jan. 15 at the Waco Convention Center,… Read more
We are getting ready for the start of the new year and it is the perfect time to establish new goals, habits and a healthy lifestyle. Texas A&… Read more
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