From spooky lore to science fact: Unmasking the ‘chupacabra’
Oct 15, 2024 · Despite its diverse origin stories, a wildlife expert with Texas A&M AgriLife Research said there is a simple explanation to chupacabra sightings — one far more entrenched in science than the supernatural.. If you consider the most common descriptions of the chupacabra, from its physical appearance to its behavior, you’re likely dealing with a coyote that is in the late stages of mange ...
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Turkey prices low ahead of Thanksgiving holiday - AgriLife Today
Nov 5, 2024 · David Anderson, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension economist and professor in the Texas A&M Department of Agricultural Economics, Bryan-College Station, said prices on whole birds typical for table centerpieces during the holidays have been below the five-year average.The wholesale price for 8-16-pound hens was 99 cents per pound the week of Oct. 19 compared to $1.12 per pound last year and the five ...
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences presents faculty awards ...
Oct 10, 2024 · Recipients of the Dean’s Outstanding Achievement Awards and The Association of Former Students-College Level Teaching Awards are recognized annually at the event. In addition, new faculty are welcomed and faculty members who recently earned promotions and/or tenure are recognized during the celebration.
Over-the-counter livestock antibiotics will require prescription …
Feb 13, 2023 · That is the advice of a team of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts trying to help livestock owners who are used to going to the local feed store to buy some of their antibiotics and administer treatment themselves.. All of that will change on June 11, when these medically important antimicrobial drugs will require veterinary oversight.
How to store tomatoes - AgriLife Today
Jun 18, 2024 · There are some tips and tricks to help you get the most from your tomato harvest or purchase, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Joe Masabni, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension small-acreage horticulturist at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Dallas and professor in the Department of Horticultural Sciences, shared his expert advice on storing and extending ...
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Millions of bats call Texas home sweet home - AgriLife Today
Oct 8, 2024 · We visited with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts to help separate fact from fiction and delve deeper into the mysterious world of bats.. Brian Pierce, Ph.D., Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute associate director, Bryan-College Station, and Janet Hurley, AgriLife Extension senior program specialist for school integrated pest management, Dallas, shared what Texans should know ...
Agriculture tax exemption holders need to renew their numbers ...
Dec 19, 2023 · Renewal only rolls around once every four years, so the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is reminding all agriculture producers that the Agricultural and Timber Exemption numbers they currently hold will expire on Dec. 31.
Picking the perfect Thanksgiving turkey - AgriLife Today
Nov 6, 2024 · Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service poultry expert Brett Meisinger, lecturer and collegiate poultry judging team coach in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Poultry Science “talked turkey” with us and answered some questions consumers may have while searching for the perfect Thanksgiving turkey.. What size turkey do I need to buy?