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Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarship Applications Due at County level

Galveston County Extension Office 4102-B Main Street, La Marque, TX, United States

ALL applications are due to the Extension Office by this date at 5 p.m. Applications are due to the Extension Office only - do not submit final application until it is reviewed by the CEA.. Applications can be sent via the "collaborate" tool on the website, or printed and brought to the Extension Office. Your application will be reviewed and you will have an opportunity for any needed edits or changes before the final submission deadline. For more information about the Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarships, please visit: https://texas4hfoundation.org/types-of-scholarships/

Veggie Garden Series: Growing Great Tomatoes, Part 2

Galveston County Extension Office 4102-B Main Street, La Marque, TX, United States

  Part two of three programs Growing Great Tomatoes by Galveston County Master Gardener Ira Gervais. Gervais reveals his secrets of successful production of great tomatoes. Learn about various varieties that do well in this area, when to transplant your seedlings, and best growing techniques. Receive information about soil requirements, nutrients, and temperature range for best tomato fruit set. With this knowledge, you can become the tomato king or queen on your street and be challenged by your friends. Register online below, or call 281-309-5065. If special program accommodations... Read More →

Urban Orchard Series: Propagating Fig Trees

Galveston County Extension Office 4102-B Main Street, La Marque, TX, United States

  Explore best methods propagating and pruning fig trees with Galveston County Master Gardener Barbara Canetti. Canetti will cover fig growth habit and fruiting varieties, as well as maintenance. We will visit our Discovery Garden Orchard for hands-on experience with our fig collection. Register online below, or call 281-309-5065. Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Gringo’s Spirit Night – Galveston County 4-H Fundraiser

Gringo's Texas City 10200 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Texas City, TX, United States

Gringo’s in Texas City is hosting a Spirit Night for Galveston County 4-H on Monday, February 6! 20% of each sale will be donated to 4-H. You must show the flyer or mention Galveston County 4-H to your server. You can dine-in, take-out, or order online using the coupon code on the flyer. Please spread the word and come out to eat some great food!

Soil Testing Campaign for Ag Producers Continues

Galveston County Extension Office 4102-B Main Street, La Marque, TX, United States

February 1 - 15, 2023 Livestock and forage producers can take advantage of reduced cost soil samples by participating in the Soil Testing Campaign. NO samples from lawns or gardens. All samples, forms, and payment due by February 15 at a participating location Reduced Cost Routine Analysis: $8/sample Routine + micronutrients: $15/sample Instructions Complete Submittal Form Collect soil sample (see Submittal Form for directions) Drop off filled sample bags, completed forms, and payment at a participating location (see below)   Participating Locations Galveston AgriLife Extension Service Brazoria AgriLife... Read More →