Shelby County 4-H Recognizes Members, Volunteers

August 28, 2018 - At the recent 4-H Kick-off event, Shelby County Extension agents Lane Dunn and Jheri-Lynn McSwain presented Garrett Lewis and Joshua Clark with the 4-H “I Dare You” award.

From left: Jheri-Lynn McSwain, Garrett Lewis, and Lane Dunn

Accredited Food Handler’s Training Course to be Offered

August 24, 2018 - A food handlers course accredited by the Texas Department of State Health Services is being offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Shelby County. Food Safety: It’s in Your Hands is scheduled for Wednesday, August 29, 2018 starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Extension office meeting room, 266 Nacogdoches Street, Center, Texas 75935.

Poultry Festival Broiler Show Workshop

August 16, 2018 - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is hosting a Poultry Festival Broiler Show Workshop on Thursday, August 16th, 2018 from 6pm until 8pm at 266 Nacogdoches St. in the Old Elementary School Library Building.

The County Extension Office will be holding the annual Broiler Show workshop which is a free program open to everyone. You will learn about chick maintenance, feeding, how to construct your pen, plus much more! If you have any questions, please call the Extension office at 936-598-7744.

Broiler Show: Mandatory Meeting Today

July 2, 2018 - Last day to order broilers for the Shelby County 4 H and FFA Broiler show is here!

A pen of 30 chicks can be ordered and purchased for $30. Show rules and paperwork may be picked-up at the Extension office at 266 Nacogdoches Street (Old Elementary School Library Bldg.) All orders are due no later than July 2nd and are payable by check or money order only. Tentative date for pick-up of show chickens is the week of August 20, 2018. The 2018 Broiler Show and Sale will be held on October 6, 2018.

Texas Extension Education Association Club – Women on the Go

Featuring Secrets to Air-Frying and Soda Stream Delights Program

August 1, 2018 - You are invited to attend the Texas Extension Education Association Women on the Go Club, Thursday, August 9th from noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Extension office, located at 266 Nacogdoches Street in Center. Come out, bring a friend, and enjoy this learning experience.

'From Garden to Jar' Fruit, Vegetable Canning Workshop (Updated)

July 25, 2018 - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Shelby County will be hosting a canning workshop on Saturday, July 28, 2018 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Extension office, 266 Nacogdoches Street, Center, TX 75935.

Comal County, State 4-H Shoot Results

State participants: (From left) Lance Holloway, Dawson McFadden and Colton Gutermuth

Shelby County Winter Forage Seminar

July 24, 2018 (Flyer/Registration Form) - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is hosting Shelby County Winter Forage Seminar on August 14, 2018 at 6pm in the Extension office. The cost is $10 per person in advance and $15 at the door. RSVP by August 9, 2018 at the Extension office or by mail with payment.

Dr. Vanessa Corriher-Olson, Texas A&M Forage Specialist will speak about "Rye Grass, Small Grains, Legume Varieties, Planting and Fertilizing."

Herbicide Applications During Dry, Hot Months

July 9, 2018 - Invasive brush can decrease forage productivity for livestock or decrease brush diversity valuable for wildlife habitat. Most ranchers find themselves constantly considering options for brush management, weighing not only the cost and effectiveness, but also when they can find the time to complete the treatments. As temperatures continue to climb across our area and the chances of rainfall seem to be weakening, it’s important to consider the effect this will have on any herbicide applications.

4-H Kids Cooking, Sewing Day Camps to be Offered

June 11, 2018 - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Shelby County will be hosting their annual 4-H Kids Day Camps featuring cooking and sewing during June and July in Center, Texas. This program is open to all youth ages 9 through 18, and you do not have to be a member of 4-H to participate.

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