Horses are a key part of beef cattle operations across Texas. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Ranch horse program on Aug. 4 kicks off annual beef cattle short course in College Station

Child car seat for safety in the rear passenger seat of a car. (Photo: iStock - Vladdeep)

Expert tips to prevent child deaths in hot cars

With people spending more time outdoors in the summer, all family members should be checked for ticks afterward. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Ticks add to risk for people, pets

With people spending more time outdoors in the summer, all family members should be checked for ticks afterward. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Keep your family safe from ticks

Despite record low hay inventories in Texas in 2023, prospects for higher yields this hay season are being fueled by heavy rainfall across major production regions of Texas, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts. (Texas A&M AgriLife)

Rainfall setting up favorable Texas hay prospects

Chickens lay eggs of different colors primarily due to their genetics. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Cracking the mystery on chicken eggs

Keeping cattle healthy during summer (Courtesy photo.)

Texas A&M to have beef short course

Chiggers are non-burrowing mites and do not transmit disease. (Shutterstock │ #1079715854 - Jay Ondreicka)

Chigger season tips to beat the itch