Ellis County
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service offers a diverse array of educational programs, activities, and resources—from self-study activities to programs you can attend. No matter the name, Extension programs are based on objective, research-based, practical information that you can use today. We invite you to explore the Ellis County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service website to find informative articles, resources, volunteer programs, youth development opportunities, healthy lifestyle suggestions, and more.
Fall Corn Decor Threatens Texas Farms
In October 2024, tar spot fungus was confirmed on leaves of dried corn plants sold as decorations at large retailers across Texas and other states across the South. This tar spot has become a significant disease problem in corn grown in the Midwestern states, causing significant yield loss. To date, it has yet to be confirmed in corn grown in Texas—let’s keep it out of Texas by disposing of infected materials immediately!
AgriLife Learn Offers CPE Credits for Teachers
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has approved all AgriLife Learn courses eligible for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits. This allows Texas teachers to enroll and receive professional development credits easily and affordably through engaging online courses.
To receive CPE credits teachers must complete any AgriLife Learn course found on our website. After completion, please download your Certificate of Completion which will be auto-generated and sent to your email. After downloading, please submit the CPE request form, which can be found in the customer satisfaction survey that will be prompted after [successfully] completing the course. Our staff will send you a CPE credit completion certification via email. Please allow up to one week to receive your certificate.
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Food Alerts/Recall Information
Who’s Ready to Say ‘Howdy, Health’?
We have resources for a healthier you! Howdy Health is an online portal offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service as a resource for all Texans. And it’s completely free! All you need to do is create an account in the Howdy Health portal and then start exploring ways to help keep healthy!
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You Are Not Alone In Your Journey To Healthy Living
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s Family and Community Health (FCH) unit helps Texans better their lives through science-based educational programs designed to improve the overall health and wellness of individuals, families, and communities. Programs are developed by subject matter experts and delivered throughout the state by a network of local educators and volunteers. FCH focuses on topics such as child and adult health, nutrition, child care, financial management, passenger and community safety, and building strong families. The goal of the FCH unit is to encourage lifelong health and well-being for every person, every family, and every community.
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AgriLife TODAY is a great resource for current and up-to-date information on topics impacting Texans.
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More Resources for Texans
Texas A&M AgriLife Learn offers a robust selection of documents and information sheets, many of which offer a FREE downloadable version, as well as available books and other materials that expand on the topic(s).
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