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ATTENTION Livestock Producers
Time Nears for Re-Registration of Marks and Brands
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Every 10 years, Texas requires that Marks and Brands be re-registered per Section 144 of the Texas Agriculture Code. All brands will expire on August 30, 2021. The next re-registration period begins August 31, 2021. Brands cannot be renewed prior to that date. Brands must be recorded with the County Clerk of the county in which animals are located.
There is a 6 month grace period, from August 31, 2021 to February 28, 2022, to renew existing brands. After that date, all marks and brands that have not been reregistered are automatically available for registration by another party.
The cost of registering a brand in Washington County is $26.00 and $5.00 for each additional location of that brand on the animal. Payment can be made by cash or credit card.
For additional information, contact the Washington County Clerk's Office, 100 E. Main, Suite 102, Brenham, Texas 979-277-6200. Business hours are Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Tomato and Pepper Plant Sale
Orders Due March 1, 2022
Washington County
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This year the lineup features 13 tomato varieties including one new option. In addition to some new tomato varieties, we will be offering basil, cilantro, dill, and parsley as part of the sale! Also included in the selection will be bell peppers, banana peppers, poblano peppers, jalapenos, eggplant, squash, and zucchini! A brief description of each tomato variety is included on the back of the flyer; we have put some basic information together to help you make the best decision!
If the great selection and confidence in the proper varieties for our area is not enough, we are also offering these plants at $2.50 per pack! Plus, all proceeds from this sale benefit the youth of Washington County through the annual AgriLife Extension – Horticulture Committee Scholarship Program. Each year the Horticulture Committee works to identify graduating seniors pursuing a degree in agriculture who are deserving of a scholarship and will award these scholarships in May at the school assemblies.
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Gardening Lunch-N-Learn Series
Spring Gardening
February 2, 2022
Washington County - Virtual
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The Bluebonnet Master Gardeners of Washington County are pleased to present the 2022 “Lunch-N-Learn” series.
The first program for the 2022 series will take place on virtually on Wednesday, February 2, 2022. This session will provide the opportunity for participants to learn about building healthy soil, planning your growing space, choosing the right crops, and how to care for your growing garden. The meeting room will open at 11:40am with the program beginning at 12:00pm and concluding at 1:00pm.
Pre-registration is required for all attendees. All Master Gardener Lunch-N-Learn programs are free to the public.
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Ranchers Leasing Workshop
February 8, 2022
Washington County
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Award Winning program attended by over 1,200 Texans!
- Focused specifically on grazing, hunting, and livestock leases.
- Speakers Tiffany Dowell Lashmet (attorney) and Dr. Greg Kaase (economist) will be glad to answer questions.
- All participants receive their own copy of Ranchers Agricultural Leasing Handbook, which contains checklists and sample lease language.
- “This workshop saved me 100’s of hours in time and research and $1000’s in potential costs.” – 2019 Attendee
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Private Applicator Training
February 9, 2022
Washington County
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If you plan on using a state limited use or state restricted use pesticide, such as Grazon P+D, 2 4-D, Weedmaster, etc., and need a license, the Texas AgriLife Extension Service will be sponsoring a Private Applicator Training on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at the Washington County Extension Office Conference Room, 1305 E Blue Bell Road, Brenham. Books and study materials for the course need to be purchased ahead of time for $40.00 at the Extension Office. A registration fee of $10.00 will be charged for the training. The registration fee will include the training and additional study materials. The training will begin at 8:30am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm. Please reserve your spot for the training as soon as possible; seating is limited.
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Mill Creek Watershed Partnership Meeting
February 10, 2022
Austin County
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The Mill Creek Watershed Partnership will be hosting a Partnership Meeting on Thursday, February 10, from 6-7 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Austin County, located at 800 E. Wendt St., Bellville, TX 77418. In-person and virtual attendance options will be available.
This meeting will be open to the public, providing updates to the Mill Creek Watershed Protection Plan (WPP). Participants are invited to discuss local water quality issues and the implementation of the Mill Creek WPP. Dinner will be provided.
If you plan to attend, use the link below to RSVP no later than February 8, 2022.
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Multi-County New Landowner Series - Introduction
February 18, 2022
Austin County
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The first meeting for the 2022 series will take place on Friday, February 18, 2022 at the Cat Spring Agriculture Hall located at 13035 hall Road in Cat Spring. Our initial session will provide an overview of the program, share information for local resources, and provide participants with an opportunity to learn more about the fundamentals of getting started with managing their property. Representatives from the County Appraisal District Offices in each county will also be on hand for individual county breakout sessions to help answer questions related to Ag/Wildlife Tax Valuation for participants. One CEU (1 Gen) will be available for licensed pesticide applicators.
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Mark Your Calendars - Future Events! |
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Private Applicator Training
April 13, 2022
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2022 Multi-County New Landowner Series |
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Contact your Washington County Extension Agent
Agriculture & Natural Resources
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Kara J. Matheney, MS
County Extension Agent - Agriculture and Natural Resources
Washington County
1305 East Blue Bell Road
Brenham, Texas 77833
(979) 277-6212 ext.2
kjmatheney@ag.tamu.edu
Visit us online by clicking the link below!
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Stephanie Rudolph
Office Manager
Agriculture & Natural Resource
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
1305 East Blue Bell Road
Brenham, Texas 77833
(979) 277-6212 ext. 2
stephanie.rudolph@ag.tamu.edu
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