Agriculture and Farming

Report shows sheep inventory up in Texas, U.S.
Texas sheep producers are seeing growth in their flocks, with the state’s total inventory increasing by 5% over the past year, according to the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) report. The Texas inventory of all sheep

Brown County 4-H News: March 13
DATES TO REMEMBER March 17 – County Deadline for FCH/Livestock/Horse Quiz Bowl 24 – Deadline to Order State Steer/Heifer Tags 24 – Deadline to Order State Fair Lamb/Goat/Swine Tags April 1 – County Deadline to Sign Up

Bluebonnets in bloom: A Texas tradition
Discover the beauty, history and impact of Texas’ most iconic wildflower As spring arrives in Texas, one wildflower always stands out across Texas fields, roadsides and gardens — the bluebonnet. With its vibrant blue petals and unmistakable

The best stretches to correct your posture
Poor posture is a leading cause of neck, shoulder, and back pain. These simple stretches can help. Poor posture can put uncomfortable pressure on your muscles and joints. When you pair that with long hours spent slumping

Egg substitutes when baking
No eggs? No Problem! You can use a variety of other foods when cooking and baking. It’s good to know how much egg substitute you need when replacing eggs in your recipe. 1 egg is roughly 1/4

Brown County 4-H News: March 6
DATES TO REMEMBER March 17 – County Deadline for FCH/Livestock/Horse Quiz Bowl 24 – Deadline to Order State Steer/Heifer Tags 24 – Deadline to Order State Fair Lamb/Goat/Swine Tags BROWN COUNTY 4-H NEWS AND UPDATE MAJOR STOCK

Texas cattle herd grows slightly while U.S. numbers drop
The latest cattle inventory report shows the Texas cattle herd grew slightly since January 2024, but the overall U.S. herd remains near record low numbers. In Texas, there were 12.2 million head of cattle, up 2% from

Bluebonnet in bloom: A Texas tradition
As spring arrives in Texas, one wildflower always stands out across Texas fields, roadsides and gardens — the bluebonnet. With its vibrant blue petals and unmistakable charm, the bluebonnet represents more than beauty; it’s a symbol of

Texas homeowners must re-verify homestead exemptions
If you get a letter from your appraisal district asking you to verify your homestead exemption, don’t ignore it. Those who don’t respond could end up losing their exemption and paying more in taxes. Here’s what you

Brown County 4-H News: Feb. 27
DATES TO REMEMBER March 2 – Shooting Sports Practice 2:00pm at the Woodman of the World 3 – County Deadline for Duds to Dazzle and Fashion Show 17 – County Deadline for FCH/Livestock/Horse Quiz Bowl 24 –

Rose pruning tips for stronger, more vibrant flowers
Annual rose pruning helps prevent disease, promotes growth and encourages blooms Roses and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand — so it’s a great time to give your perennial flowers some love and care. Regular rose pruning

‘Learn to live with ugly’ after freeze damage
Property owners and gardeners should practice patience when it comes to the eyesore of freeze-damaged plants, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife expert. Michael Arnold, Ph.D., director of The Gardens at Texas A&M University and professor of landscape horticulture in the Department