Managing our native South Texas Rangelands will be the focus of a Field Day on Friday, April 29, 2011 at the Rob and Bessie Welder Wildlife Foundation refuge eight miles north of Sinton, off Hwy 77. The Field Day activities will begin with registration at 8:30 a.m. and will conclude by 3:30 p.m.
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| Dense mesquite stands on rangeland reduce productivity. |
Following a catered noon meal on the Refuge, topics to be discussed include; Rangeland Risk Management Tools by Dr. Larry Falconer, Extension Economist, South Texas Brush Management by Dr. Dominguez and Managing Rangelands to Sustain Wildlife by Dr. Terry Blankenship.
To assist with program planning, all those planning to attend should pre-register by April 25, 2011 to either (361) 364-6234 or (361) 767-5223. There will be a registration fee of $25 per person payable on site to cover field day expenses, including meal and educational materials. Three CEU’s will be offered for pesticide applicators and 5.75 for certified crop advisors. This workshop is being sponsored by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service, Livestock and Forage Committees of Nueces and San Patricio County, and the Welder Wildlife Foundation. Individuals with disabilities, who require an auxiliary aid, service or accommodation in order to participate in any of the mentioned activities, are encouraged to contact the County Extension Office at 361-767-5223 at least eight days before all programs for assistance. Educational programs of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service are open to all citizens without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age or national origin.
