Montgomery County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

12.18.20 - 12.18.20 - “Flip the Script on race and ethnicity” - The Extension Hour

12.18.20 - 12.18.20 - “Flip the Script on race and ethnicity” - The Extension Hour

“Flip the Script on race and ethnicity” Amy is joined by Dawn Burton, Sonja Davis, and Craig Rotter, members of Extension’s Coming Together for Racial Understanding work group, sharing strategies to turn uncomfortable conversations into inclusive environments

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aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu

Frost, freezes, and protecting your plants - This is the time of year when we get a lot of phone calls about how to care for plants in cold weather. Check out this link to get the scoop: https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/travis/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/FrostsandFreezes.pdf

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Montgomery County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

12.11.20 - “Volunteers are the Heart of Extension”

12.11.20 -“Volunteers are the Heart of Extension” with Montgomery County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, LIVE on Lone Star Community Radio

“Volunteers are the Heart of Extension” State volunteer specialist Laura Huebinger joins the Montgomery County Extension faculty to highlight the volunteers and partners that help make the Extension program successful

[12/04/20]   12.4.20 - “Extension Relevance and Response” - The Extension Hour

Eric Zimmerman, District 9 Extension Administrator, joins Amy, Brandon, and Justin to share how Extension is responding to current trends and shifts in programming while remaining relevant to the changing needs of Texans.

Eric Zimmerman
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https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu

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[11/20/20]   “The Art of Living” Justin Ulmer talks with Amy about the art exhibit at the Community Help Expo and how he and others have used art to communicate and work through difficult times. Justin is a Governance Board member for the Behavioral Health and Suicide Prevention Task Force and a local pastor with Little Flock Church

Justin Ulmer talks with Amy about the art exhibit at the Community Help Expo and how he and others have used art to communicate and work through difficult times. Justin is a Governance Board member for the Behavioral Health and Suicide Prevention Task Force and a local pastor with Little Flock Church.

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[11/06/20]   Community Help is coming your way: Judge Wayne L. Mack and Amy will discuss the upcoming Community Help Expo and the ongoing work of the Behavioral Health & Suicide Prevention Task Force: Montgomery County

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Behavioral Health & Suicide Prevention Task Force: Montgomery County

November 12... in person or online... register and join us!

LIVE: Community Help Expo on Thursday, November 12th. Every parent every family, every young person, every friend that cares needs to be a part of this great event. Must pre-register by Nov 10th at: www.communityhelp.org

The staff represented this wild year for the Montgomery County employee costume contest. The theme was Jumanji: 2020 (with a virtual twist, of course!)

[10/30/20]   "Best Practices for Fall Gardening" with Montgomery County Master Gardeners, Flo Decker and Ethel O'Dell sharing secrets to successful fall gardening.

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[10/23/20]   But wait...there's more! Additional things you can do in 4-H
Michelle Mihalek and Justin Saenz will continue the conversation about 4-H opportunities.

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Montgomery County Sheriff's Office

The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is asking owners of domestic or exotic livestock in Montgomery County to please contact the Livestock Unit at [email protected] to be added to an area rancher’s list. The purpose of this list is to provide the livestock community with a way to help locate and return livestock (loose/estray, impounded, or injured) to their owners.
Please provide the following items: name of the owner, phone number, location of livestock, type of livestock, any identifying brands, marks, tattoos, and email address.
If an owner cannot be located at the time a Livestock Deputy makes the scene, the livestock will be impounded at the owner’s expense. Check the MCSO Website under the livestock tab for any Estray livestock animals that may be impounded at MCTXSheriff.org

[10/16/20]   "4-H Project Opportunities"
Michelle Mihalek and Justin Saenz will break down the plethora of opportunities and contests in 4-H.

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Our local Soil and Water Conservation Board sponsored a soil and forage analysis campaign for local hay producers. Approximately 50 soil and 20 hay samples are on their way to the lab this morning. The results of these tests will help producers determine the fertility of their soil and the nutritional content of their hay.

10.9.20 - "What is 4-H?" - The Extension Hour

10.9.20 - "What is 4-H?" - The Extension Hour

County Extension Agents Michelle Mihalek and Justin Saenz will discuss the basics of the 4-H program.

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Montgomery County suicide prevention conference set for November

yourconroenews.com After months of delay brought on by COVID-19, a mental health conference is coming to Montgomery County in November.

[09/25/20]   9.25.20 - “How to get your kid to eat veggies… and other helpful tips” - The Extension Hour

“How to get your kid to eat veggies… and other helpful tips” with Master Wellness Volunteer, Liz Lok, sharing ideas for families to include more fruits and vegetables in their day along with other healthy living ideas.

Liz Lok email: [email protected];
https://mwv.tamu.edu and https://fch.tamu.edu; and www.choosemyplate.gov

Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 | Farmers.gov: Resources for Farmers and Producers

Are you a farmer or rancher whose operation has been directly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic? USDA is implementing Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 for agricultural producers who continue to face market disruptions and associated costs because of COVID-19. Visit https://www.farmers.gov/cfap?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery for more information on CFAP2.

farmers.gov Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 will provide direct relief to eligible producers who have suffered losses due to COVID-19.

How to keep salad greens greener, longer | AgriLife Today

Fresh, crisp greens make the best salads! Follow these tips to keep your greens...well...green!

agrilifetoday.tamu.edu The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service gives advice and tips on how to keep salad greens fresh for a longer period of time.

[09/18/20]   “Neurodiversity and Behavioral Health” with Dr. Maria Quintero-Conk, IDD Authority Psychologist at Tri-County and Gayle Y. Fisher, of Getting Sorted, discussing aspects of neurodiversity and strategies for addressing specific issues of those within the population.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/247970726296177 and https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13876423/ and https://gettingsorted.com/bhsp-behavioral-health-and-suicide-prevention-community-taskforce-montgomery-county and https://gettingsorted.com/

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Behavioral Health & Suicide Prevention Task Force: Montgomery County

Mark your calendars, friends!

The first annual Community Help Expo is coming this November, and we have a host of encouraging resources to offer as we continue the fight for behavioral health and suicide prevention in Montgomery County and beyond.

Register Today: www.communityhelp.org

#suicideprevention

9.11.20 - “Helping Texans Lead Healthier Lives” - The Extension Hour

“Helping Texans Lead Healthier Lives” with Norma Munoz, County Extension Agent - Family and Community Health, Nueces County. We will discusses strategies Texans can use to live healthier.

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Forage & Hay Producers: The Montgomery County Soil & Water Conservation Board is once again sponsoring a Forage and Soil Testing Campaign. Samples are due by October 9th.

9.4.20 - “Texas Together to Fight Suicide” with Cammy L. Hazim

“Texas Together to Fight Suicide” with Cammy L. Hazim, South and Southeast Texas Area Director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. We will discuss the work of AFSP and the “Talk Saves Lives” program

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Remember to register for your spot for the Equine Freeze Branding Clinic taking place September 9th at the Willis Arena on Rogers Rd. Sponsored by Montgomery County Adult Horse Committee-MCAHC

The Montgomery County Office is closed through Thursday, August 27, 2020. For the most up to date information regarding Hurricane Laura, be sure to follow Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Montgomery County fall plant sale heads online Sept. 15

yourconroenews.com Cabbage, cardinal flowers, cassia, cauliflower, chives, cilantro ... Montgomery County Master Gardeners are busy making lists and checking them twice. There's a lot of planting, propagating, pruning, planning and publicity that must be done to prepare for MCMG's first on-line public plant sale set f...

[08/14/20]   8.14.20 - 4H Program Update - The Extension Hour - Live on Lone Star Community Radio

4-H members will be on the air, discussing the recent 4-H awards program, the upcoming 4-H year, and how to get enrolled.

Guest information:
Michelle Mihalek, County Extension Agent – 4-H Youth Development [email protected]

Justin Saenz, County Extension Agent – Urban Youth Development [email protected]

Website:

Facebook: hhttps://agrilife.org/montgomery4h/ttps://www.facebook.com/4HMontgomeryCounty

Instagram: montcotx4h

Twitter: @MontgomeryCo4H

What to do if you have bugs in your pantry | AgriLife Today

Ants, and beetles, and weevils, oh my! Fend off pantry pests by cleaning out old items and checking the packaging for new food items.

agrilifetoday.tamu.edu Texas A&M Agrilife Extension integrated pest managment specialist provides tips on getting rid of insect pests in the pantry.

Montgomery County 4-H - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

We are excited to share with you the awards and accomplishments of our Montgomery County 4-H Members. Congratulations to all our awards winners!

How to Select the Perfect Melon

The heat of the summer is upon us and nothing sounds more refreshing than a cool slice of watermelon. But how do you know which melon to buy? Check out this short video on how to select the best melon!

Want to know how to choose the perfectly ripe watermelon? These tips will help you quickly find a delicious watermelon every time. Get the full information h...

[07/27/20]   Instruction regarding any unsolicited seed packets you may receive from China:

All incidents should be reported to USDA-APHIS [512-916-5241] but their phones are very busy so an email is preferred.
Emails should be sent to:
Carol Motloch
USDA-APHIS-PPQ State Operations Coordinator
[email protected]
Email should include: Your email, phone number, and
description of package information (a photo of the label and material would help).

7.31.20 - Building the Behavior Health and Suicide Prevention Task Force - John Tindall and Kelly Locke

7.31.20 - Building the Behavior Health and Suicide Prevention Task Force - John Tindall and Kelly Locke - The Extension Hour - LIVE on Lone Star Community Radio

Building the Behavioral Health & Suicide Prevention Task Force: Montgomery County- John Tindall and Kelly Locke join Amy to talk about the formation and work of BHSP and provide some helpful information for good mental health practices along the way.

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USDA APHIS | Help Report Agricultural Smuggling

There have been reports across the nation of people receiving unsolicited packages from China. The packages are normally marked as containing jewelry, but contain seeds instead.

If you receive such a package, do not worry, and do not open the seed packet or plant them. Instead, set the package aside and contact your County Extension Office or the USDA. Learn more about agricultural smuggling here: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth/import-information/sa_sitc/ct_antismuggling

aphis.usda.gov If individuals are aware of the potential smuggling of prohibited exotic fruits, vegetables, or meat products into or through the USA, they can help APHIS by contacting the confidential Antismuggling Hotline number at 800-877-3835 or by sending an Email to [email protected]. USDA will make ev...