Category: Agriculture

From Moon ‘Dust’ To Moon ‘Soil’

From LTUREoon ‘Dust’ To Moon ‘Soil’

Jan 30, 2024 |

Jessica Atkin, a graduate student at Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and her colleagues have successfully grown chickpeas in simulated moondust, a groundbreaking achievement. The research aims to address the challenges of growing crops on the moon, where traditional soil with organic nutrients is absent. Atkin’s work involves creating a fertile moondust by leveraging beneficial soil fungi and vermicompost, potentially paving the way for lunar agriculture and sustainable space exploration.

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Texas Ranchers Urged To Remove Livestock From Low-Lying Areas

Texas Ranchers Urged To Remove Livestock From Low-Lying Areas

Jan 25, 2024 |

Emergency management officials in Texas are urging landowners in five counties, including Liberty, Victoria, Montgomery, Lavaca, and Calhoun, to relocate their livestock from flood-prone areas due to the threat of imminent flooding caused by excessive rainfall upstream over the past three days. The runoff from heavy rain is expected to continue, potentially leading to moderate-to-major flood stages in various Texas rivers. To report weather-related damage, residents can use the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT), which helps emergency management officials assess damages and resource needs, although it does not guarantee disaster relief assistance.

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Center For Coffee Research And Education Among Top 20 Research Centers Making A Difference

Center For Coffee Research And Education Among Top 20 Research Centers Making A Difference

Jan 24, 2024 |

The Texas A&M Center for Coffee Research and Education, based at Texas A&M University in College Station, has been honored as one of the top 20 graduate research centers making a meaningful impact by GradSchoolCenter.com. This recognition highlights the center’s commitment to assisting small coffee farmers in developing countries, conducting vital research along the coffee value chain, and expanding educational initiatives. Notably, the center is collaborating with the university to establish the first academic degree program in coffee in the United States, underscoring its dedication to nurturing the next generation of coffee experts.

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Drought Loosens Grip On Texas Agriculture

Drought Loosens Grip On Texas Agriculture

Jan 23, 2024 |

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts report that while drought continues to affect some parts of Texas, there is an overall improvement in soil moisture conditions compared to the previous year. Despite this improvement, concerns remain, especially in drier areas, as cropping conditions could decline without timely additional moisture. The long-term weather outlook for late spring indicates drier conditions, and seasonal forecasts suggest a hotter and drier summer, posing challenges for agricultural producers in the state.

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Livestock Safety Paramount During Flooding

Livestock Safety Paramount During Flooding

Jan 22, 2024 |

Farmers and ranchers in Texas are urged to have emergency response plans in place to protect their livestock and other large animals during potential disasters, with flooding being a significant concern in the state. Monty Dozier, Program Director for Disaster Assessment and Recovery at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, emphasizes the importance of preparedness, including contact information for essential resources and out-of-area help. Jason Cleere, a beef cattle specialist, advises measures such as proper animal identification, restricting access to dangerous areas, and ensuring a supply of food and clean water for livestock during floods, while also addressing potential contaminants and fire hazards.

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