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Celebrating 50 years of serving Texas' Coastal Bend
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Our center’s 50th anniversary is a milestone in our commitment to research, educating and empowering regional communities on matters of agriculture, natural resources, the life sciences and health. Visit our 50th Anniversary webpage today.
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4-H and Youth Development
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Texas 4-H is a youth development program that builds citizenship, leadership, life skills, and responsibility. 4-H is open to all youth at least 8 years of age and in grades 3-12.
Agricultural Economics
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The mission of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agricultural Economics is to engage people in the use of economic analysis for making decisions involving agribusinesses, natural resources, and communities.
Animal Science
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Our focus is on animal breeding and genetics, beef cattle reproduction, nutrition, management, and marketing.
Coastal Marine Resources
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Our aquaculture research involves selective breeding – the process by which important traits, such as growth rate and resistance to disease, in domesticated populations are improved over time.
Cropping Systems
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The Corpus Christi Center Cropping Systems research results in higher crop profitability, reduced environmental impact, and resource security.
Entomology
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The Field Crops Entomology Program works with industry, Research, Extension, and education partners.
Family and Community Health
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Family and Community Health Agents help Texans better their lives through science-based educational programs designed to improve the overall health and wellness of individuals, families, and communities.
Forage Agronomy
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Forage Agronomy research at the Corpus Christi Center is focused on systems with the goal of enhancing resource use efficiency.
Range and Wildlife Management
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Our Extension Range and Wildlife Management programs guide management efforts to help people reach their range and wildlife goals.