Extension Educationin Bexar County

Not every insect in your garden is a villain. Learn how to recognize beneficial and non-beneficial bugs and insects in your landscape. Entomologist Molly Keck will introduce you to the most common insects in San Antonio, TX and integrated pest management solutions to safely manage their populations in your garden. Sponsored by San Antonio Water System. Space is limited. Fee: $20 ($18 member). Registration Required. WaterSaver Rewards Eligible. Registration deadline is September 13 by 10 a.m.

If you have attended the Beekeeping Basics program or already have bees and are ready for some more in depth information, this virtual program will cover those needs! We will discuss the next steps in beekeeping now that you are beekeeper, but still don't have all the answers.  This is very much a "What's Next?" course. Topics include: Pests & Diseases of Bees & their Management Mite Management & Monitoring Recap of Honey Bee Biology Recognizing Signs of Stress & What to Do Winterizing Honey Bees Honey Extracting... Read More →

If you have attended the Beekeeping Basics program or already have bees and are ready for some more in depth information, this virtual program will cover those needs! We will discuss the next steps in beekeeping now that you are beekeeper, but still don't have all the answers. This is very much a "What's Next?" course. Topics include: Pests & Diseases of Bees & their Management Mite Management & Monitoring Recap of Honey Bee Biology Recognizing Signs of Stress & What to Do Winterizing Honey Bees Honey Extracting... Read More →

Fall Gardening/Lawn Basics Talks at Milberger’s Landcape Nursery Dates and Topics: October 2nd – Lawn Basics 101 October 9th – Fall is for Planting October 16th – Growing Fall Color Times: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Each Day Address: 3920 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247 Cost: Free but RSVP is Required to nursery@milbergersa.com

Interested in Beekeeping, but need some information to get started?  This live, online course will cover the basics of beekeeping to prepare you to have your own hives and interact with instructors. We will cover honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment, managing a hive, and pests management of honey bees.  You'll learn what to expect those first early years as a beekeeper! October 5:  Honey Bee Biology October 6:  Beekeeping Basics October 12:  What to Expect the First Year October 13:  Risks to Honey Bees - Pests & Others... Read More →

Sheep and Goats 101 Webinar If you are considering raising sheep or goats, you don’t want to miss this informative webinar. Cost: $15 per person Date: Thursday, October 7th  Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Online Platform: Microsoft Teams RSVP: Email Sam Womble at s-womble@tamu.edu

Basic overview of food safety practices.  2 yr. permit from the State of Texas Cost: $20 per person Date: Thursday, October 7th  Time: 6:00 p.m.  Location: 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Suite 208, SATX 78230 RSVP by Phone or Email: Email Patricia Valdillez at patricia.valdillez@ag.tamu.edu

Come learn from out expert Master Gardeners about the wonderful word of pollinators. You must RSVP and a mask is required.

Fall Gardening/Lawn Basics Talks at Milberger’s Landcape Nursery Dates and Topics: October 2nd – Lawn Basics 101 October 9th – Fall is for Planting October 16th – Growing Fall Color Times: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Each Day Address: 3920 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247 Cost: Free but RSVP is Required to nursery@milbergersa.com

Interested in Beekeeping, but need some information to get started?  This live, online course will cover the basics of beekeeping to prepare you to have your own hives and interact with instructors. We will cover honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment, managing a hive, and pests management of honey bees.  You'll learn what to expect those first early years as a beekeeper! October 5:  Honey Bee Biology October 6:  Beekeeping Basics October 12:  What to Expect the First Year October 13:  Risks to Honey Bees - Pests & Others... Read More →

4-H 2021 County Food Challenge & Food Show FEE: County Food Challenge – $20 per team Date: October 16th Location: 3014 Rivas Street, SA TX, 78228 – The Neighborhood Place Click Here for Program Guidelines

Fall Gardening/Lawn Basics Talks at Milberger’s Landcape Nursery October 16th – Growing Fall Color Times: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Each Day Address: 3920 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247 Cost: Free RSVP: No RSVP Required Fall is an ideal time to plant in South Central Texas because our cooler night temperatures and better rain chances promote faster root and plant growth. Join David Rodriguez, Horticulturist with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service at Milberger's Landscape Nursery and learn what you can do in your specific landscape this... Read More →