Texas A& M Agrilife Extension- Wise County

09/30/2026

Last Chance to Register for the Wise County Ag Roundup 2026 set for Monday, October 5th!

Enjoy a delicious steak dinner, visit vendor booths, win door prizes, and hear from Dr. David Anderson as he discusses:
"Cattle Market Roller Coaster: Are Better Prices Ahead?

Register by the end of today, September 30th by calling the Wise County Extension Office at (940) 627-3341. Space is limited!

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🎟️ Win a Pierce VaxMate Vaccine Cooler! 🎟️

Thanks to the generous support of Ag Texas Farm Credit Services, we're raffling off a Pierce VaxMate Vaccine Cooler valued at $475 during the Wise County Ag Roundup on October 5th! Tickets can be purchased at the Wise County Extension Office or at the Wise County Ag Roundup.

🎟️ Tickets are:
$5 each
or 3 for $10

All proceeds benefit the youth of Wise County through agricultural and 4-H programming. Purchase your tickets today for a chance to win while supporting a great cause! The winner will be drawn at the Wise County Ag Roundup.

09/23/2026

Walk Across Texas! kicks off on Monday, September 28th! Register your team soon. Contact the office with any questions. 940-627-3341.

Step your way into the Habit of Healthy with one of our health or nutrition programs for adults and youth including Walk Across Texas.

09/23/2026

Wise County Ag Roundup 2026

Mark your calendars for the Wise County Ag Roundup, formerly known as the Ranchers Gathering!

📅 Monday, October 5, 2026
📍 First Baptist Church Decatur ~ 1200 W. Preskitt Road, Decatur
💲 Cost: $25 per person

🕔 5:00 PM – Vendor Booths Open
🕕 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM – Steak Dinner & Program

🎤 Featured Presentation:
"Cattle Market Roller Coaster: Are Better Prices Ahead?"
Presented by Dr. David Anderson, Extension Economist - Livestock Marketing

✅ Steak Dinner Included
✅ Vendor Booths
✅ Door Prizes

📌 Register by Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Space is limited!

To register, visit the Extension Office:
📍 206 S. State Street, Decatur

For more information, contact:
📞 (940) 627-3341

A special thank you to our sponsors for supporting agriculture in Wise County!

09/15/2026

Wednesday Sept 16 UPDATE: We are up and running again. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

2:50 pm update, 9/15/26
We still have no service. We apologize for the inconvenience.

We apologize for the inconvenience but our phones and internet are down. We will update when we are back up, hopefully sometime this morning.

09/10/2026

Don't forget to get registered for the 2026 Wise County Hay Show!

Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Fairgrounds Women's Building from 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM for a day of educational programs, networking opportunities, and the latest information on hay production and pasture management.

✅ Registration: $20
✅ Earn 3 CEUs (2 General, 1 IPM)
✅ Lunch Provided at noon
✅ Register by: Friday, September 11, 2026
✅ Call: Wise County Extension Office at 940-627-3341 to register

09/03/2026

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Wise County will be closed beginning at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4, through Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday.

We wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!

09/02/2026

Ready to join Walk Across Texas but not sure where to begin?

Start with our Quick 8-Step Flyer or visit the Walk Across Texas FAQ website. And remember, we're just a phone call away! Contact the Wise County Extension Office at 940-627-3341 for assistance.

09/02/2026

Welcome to the Wise County FCH September Newsletter!

This newsletter is your source for the latest updates, educational resources, upcoming events, and helpful tips to support healthy families and stronger communities across Wise County.

👉 Stay connected, stay informed, and watch for future editions!
https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Wise-County-Family-Community-Health-September-Newsletter.pdf

09/01/2026

🎉 The countdown is on! 🎉
Wise County Walk Across Texas 2026 officially begins logging miles on September 28th!
Now's the time to:
🔥 Form your team
🔥 Register in the Howdy Health Portal - https://howdyhealth.org/programs/wat
🔥 Get your walking shoes ready
Challenge your coworkers, friends, church group, family, or community organization and see who can rack up the most miles!
Let's make this our biggest and best Walk Across Texas yet!
https://vimeo.com/735818455
If you have questions, call the office at 940-627-3341

08/26/2026

2026 Wise County Hay Show 🌾

Join us on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Fairgrounds Women's Building from 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM for a day of educational programs, networking opportunities, and the latest information on hay production and pasture management.

✅ Registration: $20
✅ Earn 3 CEUs (2 General, 1 IPM)
✅ Lunch Provided at noon
✅ Register by: September 10, 2026
✅ Call: Wise County Extension Office at 940-627-3341 to register

🌟 Don't Forget the Hay Contest! 🌟

Producers are encouraged to submit hay samples for judging and testing.

🔹 Submit samples in a gallon-size zip-lock bag
🔹Deliver samples to the Wise County Extension Office by Friday, August 28, 2026
🔹 FREE hay testing for up to two samples
🔹 Additional samples are $5 each

We look forward to seeing you on September 17th! Please share with fellow producers and anyone interested in improving their hay and pasture management. 🌾🚜