Extension Educationin Bexar County

David Rodriguez from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension service will share his knowledge this Saturday on lawns and landscapes by talking about selecting the right plants for the summer and how to maintain them. The focus will be on Texas Superstar plants, the use of compost, fertilizers, irrigation and their general care to beat the summer heat. Please arrive early for best seating and dress for the weather as this will be held outside under a covered building.

The Bexar Ag/NR Committee will be hosting a Farm Pond Management program Tuesday, May 21st from 10-12 noon at the Bexar County Extension Office Suite 208.  One hour of IPM CEU will be offered.  Brittany Chesser, Aquatic Vegetation Management Program Specialist will discuss Managing Invasive Weeds and Basic Stocking Considerations.  Cost will be $15/person.  Please contact Kennedy at 210-631-0400 or kennedy.green@ag.tamu.edu to sign up. Farm Pond Management Flyer

Taste of Salsa Workshop Cost: FREE Date: Wednesday, May 22nd , 2024 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Address: Fisher Elementary School (3430 Barrel Pass, San Antonio, TX 78245)

Earth-Kind® Weekend Gardener Series Cost: $20 per session or $60 for all six sessions Dates: March 22, 2024 – June 7, 2024 Times: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Address: 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX  78230 Click here to Register

Taste of Salsa Workshop Cost: FREE Date: Tuesday, May 28th, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Address: Martin Elementary School (730 Canterbury Dr, San Antonio, TX 78228)

Total Cost: $60 (includes registration fee and materials) The study manuals can be purchased in advance from the Extension Office. Make check/money order payable to “Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service”. There will be additional fees associated with applying for a license and for online testing. June 5 2024 PLEASE CALL TO RESERVE A PLACE... Call (210) 631-0400 and ask for Kennedy Green or email at Kennedy.Green@ag.tamu.edu

Earth-Kind® Weekend Gardener Series Cost: $20 per session or $60 for all six sessions Dates: March 22, 2024 – June 7, 2024 Times: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Address: 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX  78230 Click here to Register

Wellness Wednesday - Men's Health  Cost: FREE Date: Wednesday, June 12th, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.  Address: Bexar County AgriLife Urban Farm (1615 Sherman St, San Antonio, TX 78230) Click here to Register

Fanick's Garden Center will be celebrating their 85th anniversary milestone by having vendors, garden clubs, raffles, food trucks, and other fun activities (like The Top Tomato Contest & More) to participate in on this special day. Bring your best looking tomatoes & more for a chance to win some nice gift cards and achieve the envy of all gardeners. Entries accepted from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Judging starts at 11:00 a.m. with awards to follow. Click below for entry form information and judging criteria. Click Here for... Read More →