Houston County - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

06/05/2026

🍉 Watermelon Cucumber Salad
Cool, crisp, and hydrating—this salad is ideal for hot Texas days. The combination of watermelon and cucumber creates a refreshing balance of sweetness and crunch.
✅ Best for: Staying hydrated during summer heat
💡 Tip: Chill before serving for maximum refreshment

Get the recipe: https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/recipe/watermelon-cucumber-balsamic-salad/

06/04/2026

05/18/2026

Cooking for Wellness Cooking Show!!
Join us for our upcoming Cooking for Wellness class—available in person and online! This session will feature a healthy and flavorful Zucchini & Chicken Pie, along with simple tips for nutritious cooking and overall wellness.
⏰ NEW TIME:
📅 Wednesday, May 20th
🕦 11:30 a.m..

05/18/2026

Add a Texas twist to your meals with a fresh pecan salad! Toss mixed greens with sliced strawberries, grilled chicken, and a handful of chopped pecans. Top with a light vinaigrette for a meal that’s full of flavor, crunch, and nutrition. Pecans pair well with both sweet and savory dishes, making them an easy ingredient to incorporate into your weekly routine. Explore more meal ideas and nutrition resources from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension: https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu

05/11/2026

REMINDER
We will re-open May 15

05/11/2026

Tomorrow - Dont Miss the free online session on Grazing Strategies and Stocking Rates Click here for May 12: https://agrilife.zoom.us/meeting/register/LCoP4PGsTZ-Vy10RH-tN5g or scan the qr code for each to register

05/11/2026

Please join us on May 21 at the East Texas Livestock Auction in Crockett for an informative Beef Program you will not want to miss.

This free educational program, which includes a meal, will provide producers with important information on the impacts of Trichomoniasis (Trich) on the cow herd, as well as the latest updates regarding the New World Screwworm.
Producers who hold a Private Applicator License will receive 1 IPM CEU for attending.

To better accommodate producers across the area, this program will be offered at 2 different locations and times based on your schedule and convenience.

Please call the number listed on the flyer to register for the program that works best for you. We would love to have you join us on May 21 in Crockett.

05/08/2026

The Extension Office will be closed all day Wednesday May 13 and Thursday May 14 for required agent trainings. You may stop by and leave a written message between the hours of 8 am and 1pm or leave a voicemail at 936.544.7502. The building will be closed at 1pm everyday when the Sr Center closes.
We will re-open Friday May 15.

Send a message to learn more

05/08/2026

Fresh, bright and perfect for warmer weather, seafood tacos featuring catfish and shrimp with bold spices and refreshing fruit and vegetable combinations.

🐟Catfish Tacos with Pico de Gallo and Avocado Crema:
https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/recipe/catfish-tacos/

🍤Shrimp and Slaw Street Tacos:
https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/recipe/shrimp-and-slaw-street-tacos/

🍤Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema Sauce:
https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/recipe/shrimp-tacos-with-lime-crema-sauce/

🐟Cajun Grilled Fish Tacos:
https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/recipe/cajun-grilled-fish-tacos/