January 2020
Postponed: Early Childhood Educator Training Series
Early Childhood Educator Training Series Hosted by Angie Gutierrez, County Extension Agent Registration Fee: $24.00 for 3 session or $80.00 for the whole series Conducted Monthly, every 4th Tuesday January - October Please print, fill out, and email the registration form to either Angie at aogutierrez@ag.tamu.edu or Patricia at patricia.valdillez@ag.tamu.edu. 2020 Tentative Agenda January 28 Minimum Standards Update February 25 Behavior Brainstorm (Guidance & Discipline) March 24 …
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2020 Brown Bag Lunch & Learn Home Gardening Series
FREE & open to the public! Bring your lunch and join us! 2020 Brown Bag Lunch & Learn programs will be conducted the 2nd Friday of each month, 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m., at the Bexar County Extension office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208). The sessions will provide information on consumer horticulture. Some plants not only grow in Texas, but thrive in Texas' soils and Texas heat. Master Gardener Lynn Cox will give her exceptional presentation on "Growing Texas Superstar…
Find out more »Earth-Kind Garden & Landscape Series
The Earth-Kind Garden & Landscape Series will be conducted (Wednesday) February 19, March 18, and April 8, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at the Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208). Series topics will help participants maximize their garden and landscape while preserving and protecting the environment. Cost is $15/session or $30/series. Register online at https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/BexarCounty.
Find out more »March 2020
Private Applicator License Class
When you pass your examination with a grade of 70 or higher, you can submit for a Private Applicator License to be used on agricultural lands. To maintain your license and keep it current, you will need to earn 15 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) within a five year period. If you are not able to earn your 15 CEUs within a five year period, your license will not be renewed. This license cannot be used for commercial, governmental, or for-hire applicators. Some landscape professionals must obtain…
Find out more »Beekeeping Basics
Postponed until further notice! Have you ever thought about keeping bees? For AG exemption purposes, to pollinate your garden, make your own honey, or just as a hobby? This program is for anyone interested in beekeeping and/or learning how to start beekeeping, but need to know where to start. This class is geared for first time beekeepers and presented by experienced beekeepers, entomologists and horticulturists. Anyone can be a beekeeper—young or old, city or country dweller! During this course,…
Find out more »October 2021
Food Handler’s Class
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
Find out more »March 2022
Beekeeping 101
Interested in Beekeeping, but need some information to get started? We'll get you started, teaching the basics of beekeeping to get you prepared to have your own hives. This program is meant for those with little to absolutely not experience with beekeeping! What we cover: honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment, suit options, managing a hive, and pests and disease management of honey bees. You'll learn what to expect those first early years as a beekeeper! A hands on field day…
Find out more »April 2022
2022 South Texas Agriculture Symposium
Virtual Program Live Streaming from 3355 Cherry Ridge Suite 208, San Antonio, TX 78230. 1 General CEU Credit.
Find out more »Beef Cattle Series – Session 1
Beef Cattle Series 1: Thursday April 21 6PM (1 General CEU) Developing a Herd Health Plan Managing External Parasites Beef Cattle Series 2 : Thursday, June 16 3PM (1 General/1 IPM CEU) Managing Weeds & Brush with Proper Grazing Techniques Getting the Most from Your Herbicide Application Beef Cattle Series 3: Thursday, August 18 3PM (1 General CEU) Interpreting and Understanding Forage & Soil Sample Results Native and Introduced Pasture Management Cost is $15 per session or $30 for all…
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