A healthy diet is generally considered one that is rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, seeds, lean meats and dairy. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Make healthy eating habits stick in the new year

The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory is the only laboratory in Texas authorized to perform testing on any livestock destined for export. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Livestock export testing safeguards against infectious diseases

Personal preference is the key to finding a sparkling wine that works for you, according to AgriLife Extension viticulturist Justin Scheiner, Ph.D. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Sparkling wine 101

Friends cheering drinking red wine celebrating Christmas or New Year party. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #602848856 - Charlie's)

Why your wine glass matters — and how to pick the right one

Christmas tree on fire (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #409929529 - Michael Rogner)

Five holiday safety tips to prevent fires

Thanksgiving meals in the USA. (Photo: iStock - Alexandra D. Urban)

Holiday side dishes will be a bit more expensive

The new Texas Landowner Border Law Handbook has been developed to address potential legal issues that may arise for Texas border landowners. (Sam Craft/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Texas Landowner Border Law Handbook now available

A group of gift packages wrapped in different U.S. dollar denominations of twenty, and hundred dollar bills, decorated with red and green bows. (Photo: iStock-YinYang)

Tips to make your holidays more joyful by lessening financial stress