News & Events

When You Should Use a Dewormer for Cattle

06/17/19

Deworming is important to maintaining cattle health and performance. The timing and frequency of deworming treatment will vary depending on geographic location, rainfall, stocking rate, age of the cows, and persistent activity of the product used.

Crapemyrtle Bark Scale

06/10/19

The blackish trunks on the crapemyrtles around town are caused by a Chinese insect known as crapemyrtle bark scale. It doesn’t kill the trees, but it does make them unsightly and less vigorous. This scale is causing concern because it is has spread quickly, and as you know, crapemyrtles are the most popular and common ornamental tree in the South.

Turfgrass, Ground Cover Plants and Weed Identification and Control

06/05/19

Grass is generally regarded as the most desirable ground cover for the home landscape; however, there are situations where grass may not be the most practical landscape covering.

3 Tips for Growing Heirloom Tomatoes: Part Two

05/20/19

Here are a few more ways taking care of your soil can help and a few tips on how to grow tomatoes.

Heritage Land Bank Awards Four Students $2,500 Scholarships

05/13/19

Tyler, Texas – As part of its ongoing support of area youth, Heritage Land Bank is pleased to announce the winners of its 2019 scholarship program for graduating high school seniors. Each of the four students selected will receive $2,500 towards their 2019-2020 freshman year at their chosen college or university.

3 Tips for Growing Heirloom Tomatoes

05/13/19

Here are a few tips that will help you successfully grow heirloom tomatoes and manage the seeds.

How to Mulch Your Garden

05/06/19

Mulching can be one of the most beneficial gardening practices in Texas. It conserves moisture, insulates the roots of plants from temperature extremes and helps control weeds.