This session will provide a brief overview of the reported uses, identification, and culture of medicinal plants and select essential oils; the history of phytomedicinals; the role of horticulture in…
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Wildland fire is a natural part of a large portion of both North American and global ecosystems. The current conversations on how to prepare homes, neighborhoods and broader landscapes are…
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Volunteers make a significant impact beyond their time contributed, yet reports about service tend to focus on volunteer numbers, hours, and financial value. To bridge this gap, this session integrates…
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Earth-Kind Landscaping promotes a balanced ecosystem that conserves water and protects the environment through the judicious use of irrigation, pesticides and fertilizers. Earth-Kind Landscaping stands upon twin pillars: Soil Management…
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Gardening experts advocate for four seasons of interest, but rarely champion 24-hour gardens. In recent decades, as opposed to flowers, foliage, and pollinators, hardscape frequently dominates evening spaces. By focusing…
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Do deer consider your landscape to be an all-you-can-eat buffet? These beautiful but ravenous creatures are a problem in many gardens. Join Extension Master Gardener Kathie Clements to learn effective…
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Master Gardeners play an important role in promoting food justice within urban environments. The presentation examines how Master Gardeners can leverage their expertise to empower under-served communities to overcome food…
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Working with under-served audiences can present many challenges, but also opportunities IF one knows where to start. Often, modifications are made to traditional programming, usually with limited success. This session…
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Changes in memory function can be scary but a missed appointment or a forgotten name are not necessarily indicative of something more serious either. During this session, Mr. Crocker will…
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Just as tending to soil yields stronger gardens, tending to appreciation yields more meaningful volunteer experiences. Join us to broaden notions of volunteer appreciation and explore creative ways to help…
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Today’s farmers are more than growers—they’re storytellers, healers, and connectors, re-imagining agriculture as a tool for joy, unity, and change. As an LGBTQ farmer in a traditionally conservative region, Brett…
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In order for Extension Master Gardener programs to grow, they must recruit, embrace, and work side-by-side with Gen Z volunteers. However, generational gaps create a sense of disconnect, as each…
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A new initiative at Texas A&M University is entitled Plant, Nature and Health. This session describes the research and outreach programs that are currently underway that highlight the benefits of…
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