Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Dimmit County

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Dimmit County 4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship and life skills through hands on experiences.

The Texas Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers event, held in collaboration with Dimmit County AgriLife Extension Servic...
06/17/2026

The Texas Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers event, held in collaboration with Dimmit County AgriLife Extension Service provided attendees with an opportunity to visit Dixondale Farms and gain firsthand insight into cantaloupe production, including planting and harvesting practices.
AgriLife Extension Specialist Dr. Larry Stein delivered an informative presentation on best practices for pest & disease management, sharing valuable expertise and practical strategies for maintaining healthy, productive crops.
Thank you to Dixondale Farms, Texas Farm Bureau, AgriLife Extension Specialist and all who participated in making this educational event a success! 🌱

🥚🐣 Egg-to-Chick Summer Camp is Near! 🐣🥚Get ready for an exciting hands-on adventure as we follow the amazing journey fro...
06/16/2026

🥚🐣 Egg-to-Chick Summer Camp is Near! 🐣🥚

Get ready for an exciting hands-on adventure as we follow the amazing journey from egg to chick! Youth will learn about the life cycle of chickens, observe eggs in the incubator, participate in fun activities and witness chicks hatching!

Dates: July 7-28, 2026 (Every Tuesday)
Time: 9am
Location: 539 Industrial Blvd. Carrizo Springs, TX

Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today by contacting the Extension Office. (830)876-4216

Dimmit County 4-H Members Bernice Romero, Katalina Miranda, Ryan Cervantez & Austin Keen attended the 2026 District 12 L...
06/15/2026

Dimmit County 4-H Members Bernice Romero, Katalina Miranda, Ryan Cervantez & Austin Keen attended the 2026 District 12 Leadership Lab!
They had the opportunity to develop leadership skills, build new friendships, participate in team-building activities, and learn valuable lessons they can bring back to our club and community.
Throughout the camp, youth pushed themselves beyond their comfort zones, took on new challenges, and developed valuable leadership skills while making lasting memories. We are so proud of all who attended and represented our county so well! 💚

A special thank you to our 4-H Parent Leaders Association for making this experience possible through their support of the Leadership Lab Grant! 🍀

06/14/2026

Worried about a quarantine? New World screwworm movement restriction zones work much different than other infectious disease quarantines.

✅Animals can still move! Animals are able to move into and out of the zone as soon as they meet TAHC requirements.

✅Checkpoints are quick and simple! Trailers moving through an infested zone must stop at TAHC checkpoints. If animals are coming from outside of an infested zone and intend to keep moving through the zone to an address outside of the zone, they will receive educational outreach and be allowed to keep moving.

✅TAHC will work with you to avoid interrupting continuity of business! Call the TAHC as soon as you know you want to move animals out of an infested zone. We will schedule an inspection and advise you on how to meet requirements to keep your animals moving safely.

06/13/2026

A free New World screwworm inspector training is now available to all Texans through AgriLife Learn.

The course covers New World screwworm biology, inspection protocols, reporting and more, and is open to anyone who wants to better understand how to protect their animals. Those who qualify may apply to become a certified New World screwworm inspector through the Texas Animal Health Commission.

Learn about the course at tx.ag/NWSTraining.

06/11/2026

While New World Screwworm does pose a risk to youth livestock projects, education and consistent care can help you keep your projects safe. Here's a few tips for caring for your cattle, sheep, or goat projects. Stay aware with the following links:

🍀Find fact sheets regarding validation at...
https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/projects/goats/
https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/projects/sheep/
https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/projects/beef-cattle/

🍀Find general New World Screwworm education and updates at...
https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/new-world-screwworm

Join us for an exciting visit to Eagle Pass Veterinary Diagnostic Hospital! 💚🐾Event Details:Date: June 30, 2026Time: 9am...
06/10/2026

Join us for an exciting visit to Eagle Pass Veterinary Diagnostic Hospital! 💚🐾

Event Details:
Date: June 30, 2026
Time: 9am
Location: 1990 N Veterans Blvd. Eagle Pass, Tx 78852

Open to Dimmit County 4-H members!
Parents MUST provide transportation to and from event. RSVP by June 24, 2026, by sending an email or calling our office.
[email protected]
(830)876-4216

Growing Green with 4-H! 🌱💚Join us for a hands-on workshop where youth will:- Plant their own seeds- Paint and decorate f...
06/09/2026

Growing Green with 4-H! 🌱💚
Join us for a hands-on workshop where youth will:
- Plant their own seeds
- Paint and decorate flower pots
- Learn how plants grow and why gardening matters
- Explore nature, responsibility, and creativity

Event Details:
June 29, 2026
9am-10am
Dimmit County Conference Center

RSVP by June 24, 2026, by sending an email to [email protected] or calling the office at (830) 876-4216.

06/09/2026

🔎When it comes to New World screwworm (NWS) prevention, vigilance is key. The chances of finding a NWS fly are low, so producers and animal owners are encouraged to remain watchful and report suspicious maggots on their animals.

USDA and TAHC continue to work together to conduct fly surveillance by utilizing NWS fly traps. To learn more about the role livestock producers play in animal surveillance, visit https://bit.ly/FAQ-NWSSurveillance

06/04/2026

On June 3, 2026, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of a detection of New World screwworm (NWS) in Zavala County, Texas. The best thing that livestock producers and animal owners can do to prevent infestation is to put eyes on their animals as often as possible, remain vigilant by implementing enhanced management practices to avoid creating wounds, and promptly report suspicious wounds.

Find real-time updates here: https://bit.ly/USDA-NWSCurrentStatus
Find Texas-specific resources here: https://bit.ly/TAHC-NWS

Address

539 Industrial Boulevard
Carrizo Springs, TX
78834

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(830) 876-4216

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