UADA Dallas County Extension Office

07/25/2026

Thanks to Debbie Russell and Theresa Crowder for sharing their T-shirt quilt expertise. Today focused on cutting and stabilizing each panel and beginning to assemble the rows. We also talked about the new dietary guidelines and 5 tips to eat real food.

07/25/2026

The t-shirt quilt workshop is well underway! I love the memories being shared with each block being prepared. Thanks to Hearts in Action EHC for sponsoring this opportunity.

07/23/2026

Get your child registered for Ag Safety Day:

Register your child at the following link:

Https://progressiveag.online/youth-registration?sd=16287

07/20/2026

Updated!

🚨 Cyclospora Update: Lab result corrected, recall still stands 🥬🚫

FDA has corrected an earlier lab result. A lettuce sample from Taylor Farms de Mexico reported positive for Cyclospora on July 18 was re-reviewed and determined to be a false positive. As of July 19, there are no confirmed positive product samples.

This DOES NOT change the recall. The recall was based on tracing illnesses back to the supplier, not lab testing alone, and it remains in effect. Continue to avoid recalled iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, including Marketside-brand product sold at Walmart.

📍 As of July 17, the Arkansas Department of Health has reported 35 cases of cyclosporiasis in the state.

📋 Latest FDA update: https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigation-5-state-outbreak-cyclospora-illnesses-iceberg-lettuce-july-2026

🏥 Arkansas Dept. of Health updates: https://healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-services/diseases-conditions/communicable-diseases/cyclosporiasis/

📖 Our full story: https://www.uaex.uada.edu/media-resources/news/2026/july/07-17-2026-ark-cyclosporiasis.aspx

07/20/2026

What is the cyclospora outbreak and what can you do to prevent becoming sick from it? Get the facts at:

07/17/2026

Want to make a t-shirt quilt? Join us at the Dallas County Extension Office on July 25 at 9AM to learn how! Bring your t-shirts and a basic sewing kit (scissors, pins, and thread) to get started on your custom t-shirt quilt. The workshop is free, but please call to register so that we can plan for adequate space, equipment, and other supplies. Register by calling: 870-352-3505.

07/15/2026

🌾 DROUGHT MANAGEMENT TIP 🌾
Sacrifice Pasture

Feeding hay and limiting grazing during dry weather can help stretch available forage and reduce stress on drought-affected pastures.

When little or no regrowth is occurring, consider using a sacrifice pasture where cattle can be confined and fed hay. While this pasture may experience heavy use, it helps protect forage resources in other pastures for future grazing.

🌱 Protect your best pastures for last.

Learn more: UAEX MP530 – Drought Management & Recovery for Livestock Systems.
https://www.uaex.uada.edu/publications/pdf/mp530.pdf

07/09/2026

Sign your kiddos up for this fun and educational activity!

Register your child at the following link:

Https://progressiveag.online/youth-registration?sd=16287

We will also have a visit from
👑 Miss Arkansas, Ava Weeks, 👑
whose community service initiative is seat belt safety!

07/07/2026

Congratulations to our DASH team for placing 4th in the Spring 2026 Ouachita District! Movement throughout the day is just as important as a healthy eating pattern for optimum quality of life. Great job team for moving more!

07/02/2026

🪴 Are you planning your fall garden? Thanks to our Fordyce Walmart we have plenty of supplies to help you get started! Come see us today while supplies last!