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IMPROVING LIVES, IMPROVING COMAL COUNTY
The mission of the AgriLife Extension Service is to improve the lives of people, businesses, and communities across Texas and beyond through high-quality, relevant education.
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County Holiday Office Closures:
Friday, April 7, 2023 for Founder's Day
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Landowner Management Workshop
Place: Mammen Library - Meeting Room B
Subject: Pasture Management with Livestock
Date: April 12, 2023
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Bring your lunch and learn something new! Join Jason Mangold from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension as he lectures on Ag. Exemptions.
Register by calling Mammen Family Public Library at 830-438-4864.
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Registration is open for the seventh Hill Country Land Stewardship Conference April 13-14 in Kerrville. The event is designed to help landowners and managers address the unique management needs of the Hill Country.
For more information please visit https://bennetttrust.tamu.edu/
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Pond Weed Management Program Wednesday, April 12 at the Guadalupe Co Extension Office. It will be $10 per person and there will be 2 (1IPM, 1 Gen) CEU’s available.
Please RSVP to the Guadalupe Co Extension Office at 830-303-3889 or 830-379-1972
Click Flyer for more information
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Sheep Production Series
First installment in the series is on April 13 from 9-12 noon at the Guadalupe Co Extension Office. Topics will be Flock Management, Parasite Control, and Small Business Management.
The second installment in the series will be April 27 from 9-12 noon at the Madison County Extension Office in Madisonville, TX. Topics for that one will be Genetic and Breed Selection, Famacha Scoring, and Meat Lamb Processing.
There are no CEU’s for this program. There is no cost for this program.
To RSVP, please call Savannah Harrington at 830-303-3889, email scharrington@pvamu.edu, or Ty Jordan at 936-348-2234, email tljordan@pvamu.edu. Click Flyer for more information.
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Owning Your Piece of Texas:
Key Laws Texas Landowners Need to Know
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When: April 14, 2023 9:00 - 4:00
Where: Dripping Springs Ranch Park and Event Center
1042 Event Center Drive, Dripping Springs, TX
Registration Cost: $75
6 HRS CE'S for Real Estate Agents
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Wildlife Tax Valuation Workshop - New Braunfels
Biologists will provide an overview of the wildlife tax valuation, developing a wildlife management plan, and management practices. Attendees may attend in person or via the web.
Date: Friday, April 14, 2023 8:30a to 12:30p
Place: AgriLife Extension, 325 Resource Dr. New Braunfels TX 78132
Cost: Free
Texas Parks and Wildlife will host a free workshop for landowners interested in Wildlife Tax Valuation. Attendees will have the option to attend in person or via the web. Sign-in starts at 8:20 AM. Presentations run from 8:30 AM until 12:30 PM.
Biologists will discuss the guidelines of the wildlife tax valuation, habitat management activities, wildlife management plan development, and applicable management practices. Following the last presentation, biologists will be on hand to provide management recommendations and help develop wildlife management plans for individuals attending in person.
After the workshop, there will be an optional field tour at the Ladybird Johnson Municipal Park.
Who should attend?
Texas landowners interested in wildlife tax valuation for their property.
Topics to be covered:
- Overview of Wildlife Tax Valuation
- Habitat Evaluation
- Target Species Selection
- Requirements and Wildlife Management Plan Development
- Seven Wildlife Management Practices
- Filling out the Wildlife Management Plan and Annual Review
- Help with Individual Plan Preparation
*You may attend any workshop regardless of the county you live in or where your property is located.
*Landowners must have a current 1-D-1 appraisal to be eligible for the Wildlife Tax Valuation.
*We'll send an email the week of the workshop with more information on what to bring or a link to view the web feed.
*Snacks and lunch will not be provided.
Please go to the Wildlife Tax Valuation Registration page page to register.
For additional information about the wildlife tax valuation, please visit TPWD's Agriculture Property Tax Conversion for Wildlife Management page.
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Observes April as Stress Awareness Month with Nature
Stress Awareness Month is observed to promote the importance of coping positively with and reducing stress. An accumulation of stress over years can lead to chronic stress and this affects our bodies negatively.
When we are stressed, our body naturally releases hormones that signal our heart rate and breathing to increase. Though, over time, chronic stress continually releases hormones that prevent our bodies from returning to a normal heart rate and normal breathing. An increase in heart rate can lead to an increase in blood pressure and blood sugar in our bodies as the liver releases more sugar, increasing the risk of Type 2 diabetes. Stress also causes our blood vessels to constrict which increases blood pressure. Something that can reduce stress can be found all around us in nature. According to the American Psychological Association, “people who spent at least two recreational hours in nature during the previous week, reported significantly greater health and well-being.”
Stress can appear in our bodies in a variety of ways, like feelings of worry or frustration, changes in energy or appetite, trouble concentrating or sleeping, headaches, neck and back pain, or stomach problems. When we feel the effects of stress on our bodies, Extension Program Specialist for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Julie Tijerina recommends we enjoy some time in nature. Tijerina states that “spending as little as 10 minutes outdoors can have a tremendous benefit on our health by reducing blood pressure, decreasing blood sugar levels, lowering stress, and achieving an overall positive mood.”
Tijerina suggests the following to help cope with the effects of stress:
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Gardening: Spending at least 20 minutes in the garden has been shown to improve wellbeing by increasing our physical activity, reducing stress, and lowering blood pressure.
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Connecting: Nature offers many opportunities for connection to the surrounding environment through our senses. Simple practices such as listening to birds singing, smelling flowers, touching the soil with your hands and feet, feeling the warmth of the sun, or gazing at the stars can help bring a feeling of peace and calmness.
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Being Outdoors: Observing natural elements for 10-30 minutes, without distractions, can help decrease heart rate, cortisol levels (which increase sugar levels in our body), blood pressure, and can promote an overall feeling of being calm, refreshed, and restored.
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Green Exercise: Walking or exercising outdoors for 10 – 30 minutes helps reduce stress, heart rate, cortisol levels, and blood pressure.
Taking the time to unwind outdoors has many health benefits and is an integral way to reduce stress.
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Many families have turned to canned foods as they have a longer shelf life and are a more economical option. Bulk buying the same canned goods can sometimes lead to repetitive meals but don’t be afraid to switch it up! Check out this recipe below which highlights some of our commonly purchased canned food items!
Beef Italian Pasta
by Dinner Tonight
This recipe is a delightful Italian dish, full of flavor with a delicious meat sauce. This penne pasta dish is a perfect, budget friendly, week night meal that the family will love! Bon Appetit!
Foods that are eaten on a routine basis and are a large portion of our diet can be considered staple foods. From pasta to rice, these staple foods can vary all over the state of Texas. Check out the recipe below featuring beans as the pantry staple!
Black Bean and Spinach Quesadillas
by Dinner Tonight
Looking to make healthier quesadillas? This black bean and spinach quesadillas recipe is perfect for a quick dinner or lunch!
To get more quick and easy meal ideas for April visit our Facebook page each week to view our “What’s Cooking” recipe.
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SAVE THE DATE!
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Open House
Saturday, April 29, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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BIRDING WITH AGRILIFE
DATE: MAY 6, 2023
TIME: 8:00 - 10:00 AM
PLACE: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
325 Resource Drive
New Braunfels TX, 78132
PRICE: $15.00 ($12 for CMG Members)
Register by April 28, 2023 calling 830-620-3440
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Landowner Management Workshop
Place: Mammen Library - Meeting Room B
Subject: Principles of Raising Livestock
Date: May 10, 2023
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Bring your lunch and learn something new! Join Jason Mangold from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension as he lectures on Ag. Exemptions.
Register by calling Mammen Family Public Library at 830-438-4864.
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Individuals with disabilities who require an auxiliary aid, service, or accommodation in order to participate in meetings are encouraged to contact the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service office at 830-620-3440 five days prior to the event so that appropriate arrangements can be made. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating | |
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