Bosque County - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

08/27/2026

We are hosting a Food Handlers class on October 8th. If you are interested please call our office at 254-435-2331 to reserve your seat.

08/26/2026

Its that time of year again! Our office and the Commissioner's Court host a Volunteer Recognition Banquet every year to recognize outstanding volunteers who serve the residents of Bosque County. If you know of a volunteer that gives their time and energy to serve in civic and community organizations and to improve our communities, and you believe they should be recognized, please click the link and nominate them for our 2026 Volunteer Recognition Banquet. Please have nominations turned in/submitted by November 7, 2026.
https://forms.gle/nUSTT1Y2WSjoE6yBA

The categories are:

*Agriculture and Natural Resources
*Civic Organizations and Community Service
*Community Festivals and Events
*Fire Department and Fire Responders
*Family and Health Services
*Youth Services
*Other

08/26/2026

Follow this link if you are interested in taking a course to help learn ways to to sell your beef. This course is geared towards cattle producers, ranchers and participants interested in direct selling. Some of what you will learn is economic considerations for direct beef sales and marketing avenues.

08/25/2026

We are co-hosting a diabetes program with the Bosque County Senior Services. This will be a 4 part series, first meeting being Wednesday September 2nd and then every Wednesday after that till September 23rd. If you have any questions or if you would like to register for this event call the Bosque County Senior Services at 254-435-2930.

08/24/2026

💥Steaks are all sold, if you would like to be put on a waitlist for steaks give our office a call and we will get you added to the list!

We still have steaks and beef tips available at the office.

We have 5 boxes of the steaks and 6 boxes of the beef tips. These are perfect for a cookout!

08/24/2026

🧠 Did you know your gut health is connected to more than digestion? Learn how the foods you eat can support your gut microbiome and play a role in immune function, metabolism, and brain health. 🥦 https://tinyurl.com/4ck3um5v

08/24/2026

https://foragefax.tamu.edu/planting-winter-forages/

Late September-early October is the ideal time for planting cool season annual forages such as annual ryegrass, small grains (rye, wheat or oats) and/or cool season annual legumes. Anytime we are incorporating new forages into our production systems it is important to make sure to match the forage s...

08/21/2026

It's Hay Show time again! Join us for our 48th Annual Bosque County Hay Show and AG Vendor Fair. Mark your calendars for October 12th at the Clifton Fairgrounds for dinner, auction and a program speaker. This event will will be $10/person. There will be 1 IPM CEU offered at this event.

If you are wanting to enter hay in the show please bring your sample to the Clifton High School by 11am on September 10th. You can also bring your sample by the Extension Office anytime prior to the collection date of September 10th. First sample will be $10 and any additional samples will be $5. Your participation in the Hay Show will include 2 meal tickets for the event on October 12th.

08/18/2026

Don't forget about our Health Fair that we have on September 29th. This is a FREE public event and there will be vendors set up that will answer any questions you may have. There also is the Carter BloodCare bus that will be present. If you are wanting to secure an appointment with them please scan the QR code to set up your appointment. There is also a new even happening this year that is geared towards more mature drivers. They will assist with getting your car to "fit" you better, whether that be adjusting your seat for a more comfortable ride or adjusting your mirrors for you. If you are interested in that program give our office a call at 254-435-2331 and we can get an appointment set up for you.

08/17/2026

🥪 A healthy lunch can help kids stay focused, energized, and ready to learn! Discover tips for packing balanced meals with foods your child enjoys, from whole grains and proteins to fruits and veggies. 🥕 https://tinyurl.com/y2w6aeud