Events for October 2022

Free Virtual Workshop Topics: How to get started with a Rainwater Harvesting system, Joseph Mezher - Mezher Organic Farm Conservation Assistance Available Through The NCRS, Carlo Pena - District Conservationist FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: Ty Jordan, CEP County Agent, Madison/Leon. PH: 936-348-2234. Email: tljordan@pvamu.edu FlyerRegister Now

Topics Soil Management / on-site soil testing Funding opportunities Water Resource Management Available grants For additional information, please contact CEP EA-Stedman Douglas at shdouglas@pvamu.edu or (979) 826-7651.Flyer

Topics Soil Properties and Principles (Central Texas) Key Indicators of Healthy Soil Soil Fertility & Nutrient Management Soil Testing & Interpretation USDA Programs and Resources Speakers Dr. Richard Griffin, Professor & Research Scientist, Prairie View A&M University Dr. Tony Provin, Professor & Soil Chemist, Texas A&M University Mr. Kyle Franz, Resource Team Leader, USDA - […]

For additional information, please contact Mr. Brandon Hawkins at (903) 628-6702, brhawkins@pvamu.edu or Mrs. Kandi Williams at (870) 571-9428, williamska@uapb.edu. Flyer Register to Attend

Topics: •    Pasture Fertility Management in the Fall - Rachel Walker  Corteva AgriScience •    Preparing for Fall Breeding after the Drought - Dr. William Foxworth-  Prairie View A&M University Research Scientist FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Dr. Abdul Hakeem Fort Bend County Extension Agent (AgNR)- abhakeem@pvamu.edu - 281-633-7002 Flyer Register Now

Learn the Basics of Aquaponics & Hydroponics TOPICS: System types Managing Systems Marketing Water/Nutrient Testing NRCS Programs Presenters: Robert Harding NRCS Conservationist PVAMU Extension Specialist Flyer

Keeping backyard chickens: shelter options, feeding, breeds, and more. Jeremy Peaches., Urban Agriculture Specialist, Prairie View A&M University, Cooperative Extension Program Vegetable gardening: planning gardens, improving soil health, garden types. Mary Derting., Extension Agent, Prairie View A&M University, Cooperative Extension Program Backyard composting: set up options, materials to use, composting techniques. Matt Garrett., County ...

Topics: Types of Systems Managing Systems Marketing Water/Nutrient Testing NRCS Water Catchment Presenters: RST : Bio Science Robert Harding USDA NRCS : James Rodriguez PVAMU Extension : Peter Agboola Flyer

Topics Heirs' Property Forest Management Timber Harvesting Technical Assistance and Financial Resources Available Through USDA NRCS and FSA For additional information, please contact Angela Moore, Program Coordinator, at (936) 261-5002 or almoore@pvamu.edu. Register to Attend Flyer

TopicsThe Importance of RainwaterHarvesting/Aquaponics System, Robert Harding, RST BioscienceConservation Assistance AvailableThrough the NCRS, Carlo Pena, District ConservationistFor additional information, please contact Garrett Rhyne, CEP County Agent, Harris/Galveston at (713) 274-1292 or gdrhyne@pvamu.edu. Flyer Register to Attend

Rainwater Harvesting Aquaponics System Free Virtual Workshop Topics: The Importance of Rainwater Harvesting/Aquaponics System-Robert Harding, RST Bioscience Conservation Assistance Available Through the NCRS, Carlo Pena,District Conservationist FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT Garrett Rhyne, CEP County Agent, Harris/Galveston PH: (713) 274-1292 Email: gdrhyne@pvamu.edu Flyer

Topics Know Your Soil - Dr. Peter Ampim, Assistant Professor, PVAMU Improving Soils by Incorporating Cover Crops - Raul Hinojosa - Agronomist, USDA-NRCS Free Soil Testing for the First 30 Participants to Register and Attend the Workshop For additional information, please contact CEP EA-Abdul Hakeem, Fort Bend County Office at (281) 633-7002 or abhakeem@pvamu.edu. ...

VIRTUAL • Zoom Native Plants and Their Benefits: Rowena McDermid, NPSOT Bees and Honey: The Honey Queen Wildlife Conservation: Nathan Hermond, PVAMU Entomologist Conservation Programs and Resources: NRCS Urban Agriculture Program Fall Conservation Flyer

TOPICS: Artificial Insemination Vs. Natural Service and BreedSelection -Dr. Bill Foxworth Director and Lead Scientist PVAMU International Goat Research Center External and Internal Parasite Control -Mr. Scott Horner Senior Research Associate PVAMU International Goat Research Center For more information please contact: CEP/EA Romeo Ozuna, Starr/Hidalgo County Office (956-487-2306) Email: jrozuna@pvamu.edu or CEP/EA Rolando Zamora Willacy/Cameron […]

Please join us for the Equine Forage Management Program in Wharton County as we discuss equine nutrition methods/practices for the fall. Dinner Will Be Provided! This program is FREE, but registration is encouraged to have an accurate meal headcount. Date/Time: October 27, 2022; 6:30pm-8:30pm Where: El Campo Livestock Commission 1917 South Mechanic St El Campo, […]

Supporting Native American, African American, Veteran, and Minority Women FarmersTopicsSheep ManagementCandace Plug Farm/Community GardenMental Wellness During Financial HardshipNative American Farmer's PerspectiveSustainable Forestry & African American Land RetentionFor additional information please contact:Mr. Brandon Hawkins at (903) 628-6702 • brhawkins@pvamu.eduMrs. Kandi Williams at (870) 571-9428 • williamska@uapb.eduRegister to AttendFlyer