Potter County - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services

10/26/2026

Beef Quality Assurance training at the Amarillo Farm & Ranch Show!
This training will result in a free 3-year TX BQA certification. Training can also be used to recertify current certifications that will expire in the near future.

🗓 December 2
⏰ 9:00AM- 12:30PM
📍 Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show at the Amarillo Civic Center

Contact Jason Smith to register at [email protected] or 806-677-5612.

10/17/2026

The best meals don’t always come from a packed fridge or a long grocery list. 🥕 Sometimes, a satisfying dinner is simply what you can pull together from what’s already on the shelf. Try these 9 no-recipe ideas! 🍽️

Sometimes the best dinner is the one that comes together with what’s already in your fridge. No rules, no fuss — just fresh, flexible meals that help y…

10/17/2026

Is there really such a thing as a “superfood”? 🤔 Many foods earn the label, but focusing on a few hyped foods can distract from the bigger picture. Learn why variety may be the real strategy. Build a “super plate” instead! 🥗

“Superfoods,” “power foods,” “top 10 foods”—do these titles catch your attention? For those of us seeking to improve our health, the notion of a superfood can be…

10/16/2026

Should you count calories? Tracking can help some people understand their intake, but it isn’t the only approach. Learn strategies involving food quality, portions, calorie density and mindful eating to support healthy choices. 🥗

If you want to lose weight—or keep from gaining—chances are you’re very aware of calories. You consume them in foods and beverages. You “burn” them through physical activity. You gain weight if “calories in” is greater than “calories out.” But what are they? And does tracking them ...

10/16/2026

Why does your weight change from day to day? 💧 Food, fluids, glycogen, digestion and hormones can all affect the number on the scale. Learn why daily fluctuations are normal and why longer-term trends can provide more useful context. 📈

Wondering why your weight fluctuates from day to day? Learn how water, sodium, carbohydrates, digestion and hormones can cause temporary changes on the scale.

10/16/2026

Understanding medical terms and knowing what questions to ask can help you take a more active role in your health. 🩺 Learn what health literacy means, how to improve it and get more from your healthcare appointments. 💬 https://tinyurl.com/4a3bvyuu

The American Heart Association helps you learn what to do if you don& #39;t understand what you healthcare provider is telling you.

10/09/2026

We are gearing up for great educational sessions at the Amarillo Farm Show!
Mark your calendars for ❗Tuesday, December 1st❗ for the 2026 Applicator CEU Workshop!
RSVP to Megan at [email protected]
(RSVP is not required)

09/25/2026

Getting back to exercise after a break? Start small, set realistic goals and build consistency over time. 💪 Discover practical strategies to overcome common barriers and make movement part of your routine. 🏃

It can be hard to start exercising after a break. Discover strategies and tips to help you get started again no matter how long it has been.

09/24/2026

🥑 Which cooking oil should you use? Learn how to choose the right oil for searing, sautéing, baking and more, plus why extra-virgin olive oil is a healthy go-to. 🍳

Learn which cooking oils are the healthiest and what you should know to safely include them in your diet.

09/24/2026

❤️ Learn how high cholesterol can contribute to atherosclerosis and why knowing your risk factors, getting screened, and taking action early can help protect your heart. http://tx.ag/sUFFcZJ

Atherosclerosis signs don’t appear until the disease gets worse. But it’s preventable and also very treatable. See how to spot it and reduce heart attack risk.