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SUMMARY:46th Annual State Landowners Conference
DESCRIPTION:This November\, Tyler will host an event that brings together landowners\, agricultural professionals\, and community leaders from across Texas. The Landowners Association of Texas (LAT)\, in partnership with the Smith County Landowners Association\, will present its 46th Annual State Conference November 13–15\, 2025\, at the Holiday Inn Conference Center on South Broadway Avenue in Tyler. \nThe conference theme\, “Sustaining Agriculture in a Changing World: Innovate\, Adapt\, Thrive\,” highlights the importance of resilience in today’s agricultural landscape. Whether you manage family farmland\, raise cattle\, explore new crops\, or are simply interested in conservation\, this gathering offers valuable tools and connections. \nThe event begins Thursday\, November 13\, at the Holiday Inn\, with a luncheon sponsored by the Smith County Landowners Association. Attendees will then have the option of cultural and educational excursions. These include a guided tour of the African American Museum\, a tour of the Tyler Botanical Garden by yours truly\, and information from the East Texas Genealogy Associates on DNA testing. The evening will conclude with the option to purchase burgers and beverages at the Conference Center\, providing time for fellowship. \nFriday\, November 14\, marks the official start of the conference at the hotel\, with registration opening at 6:30 a.m. and sessions beginning at 7:45 a.m. Throughout the day\, panels and speakers will tackle timely issues such as land conservation\, sustainable farming\, and food security. These sessions are designed to provide both practical solutions and big-picture strategies for Texas landowners navigating an uncertain climate and marketplace. The evening concludes with a dance after dinner. \nOn Saturday\, November 15\, the event concludes with a continental breakfast\, followed by a presentation that showcases cutting-edge technology in land management. At 10:00 a.m.\, Dr. Elliot Washington of Prairie View A&M University will deliver “The Role of Drones in Advancing Sustainable Forestry and Agriculture Practices.” His talk will showcase how drones are transforming everything from crop monitoring to forestry management\, demonstrating their value in increasing efficiency and sustainability. \nThe conference registration fee is $50 per person\, with online registration available at https://form.jotform.com/252501356893157. Group room reservations at the host hotel must be made by October 30 to ensure availability. \nFor many participants\, the annual LAT conference is more than just a series of meetings. It is a chance to connect with fellow landowners\, share knowledge\, and draw inspiration for the year ahead. In today’s world\, where land faces increasing pressures from development\, weather extremes\, and changing markets\, events like this play a critical role in sustaining the rural traditions and agricultural foundation of Texas. \nFor more details\, visit the LAT website at https://LATEXAS.org\, call the Smith County\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office at (903) 590-2980\, or contact Prairie View Agent\, Anthony Brown\, at ACBROWN@PVAMU.EDU \nThis year’s gathering promises to be both educational and inspiring\, offering landowners the tools they need to innovate\, adapt\, and thrive in the face of change. \nGreg Grant\, Ph.D.\, is the Smith County horticulturist and Master Gardener coordinator for the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Tyler. He is the author of Texas Fruit and Vegetable Gardening\, Texas Home Landscaping\, Heirloom Gardening in the South\, and The Rose Rustlers. You can read his “Greg’s Ramblings” blog at arborgate.com\, read his “In Greg’s Garden” in each issue of Texas Gardener magazine (texasgardener.com)\, or follow him on Facebook at “Greg Grant Gardens” or “Pines\, Pawpaws\, and Pocket Prairies.” More science-based lawn and gardening information from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service can be found at aggieturf.tamu.edu and aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu.
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LOCATION:Texas
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public
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SUMMARY:Natives\, Pollinators and Shade Gardening  Featured at SFA Garden Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Nacogdoches—SFA Gardens will host the monthly Theresa and Les Reeves Lecture Series at 7:00 pm on November 13 in the Ina Brundrett Conservation Education Building at the Pineywoods Native Plant Center\, 2900 Raguet Street\, Nacogdoches. \nHeidi Sheesley\, owner of Treesearch Farms in Houston\, will present “Natives\, Pollinators and Shade Gardening” and share decades of experience choosing extraordinary plants that thrive in Houston’s unique climate. \nSheesley started Treesearch Farms in 1983\, and she strives to provide unique\, different and hard-to-find plants for the homeowner.  As a wholesale grower\, most plants are grown from cuttings or seed collected from Treesearch Farms demonstration gardens.  Located in the heart of Houston\, the nursery consists of over 25 acres of greenhouses\, cold frames\, gardens\, chicken and turkey coops and a pond. \nThe Theresa and Les Reeves Lecture Series is held on the second Thursday of each month and includes a plant raffle after the program.  Attendance is free\, and donations to the lecture series fund are appreciated. Parking is available at the Pineywoods Native Plant Center and Raguet Elementary\, 2708 Raguet Street. \nFor more information\, call 936-468-4129 or email sfagardens@sfasu.edu.
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LOCATION:Texas
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public
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SUMMARY:46th Annual State Landowners Conference
DESCRIPTION:This November\, Tyler will host an event that brings together landowners\, agricultural professionals\, and community leaders from across Texas. The Landowners Association of Texas (LAT)\, in partnership with the Smith County Landowners Association\, will present its 46th Annual State Conference November 13–15\, 2025\, at the Holiday Inn Conference Center on South Broadway Avenue in Tyler. \nThe conference theme\, “Sustaining Agriculture in a Changing World: Innovate\, Adapt\, Thrive\,” highlights the importance of resilience in today’s agricultural landscape. Whether you manage family farmland\, raise cattle\, explore new crops\, or are simply interested in conservation\, this gathering offers valuable tools and connections. \nThe event begins Thursday\, November 13\, at the Holiday Inn\, with a luncheon sponsored by the Smith County Landowners Association. Attendees will then have the option of cultural and educational excursions. These include a guided tour of the African American Museum\, a tour of the Tyler Botanical Garden by yours truly\, and information from the East Texas Genealogy Associates on DNA testing. The evening will conclude with the option to purchase burgers and beverages at the Conference Center\, providing time for fellowship. \nFriday\, November 14\, marks the official start of the conference at the hotel\, with registration opening at 6:30 a.m. and sessions beginning at 7:45 a.m. Throughout the day\, panels and speakers will tackle timely issues such as land conservation\, sustainable farming\, and food security. These sessions are designed to provide both practical solutions and big-picture strategies for Texas landowners navigating an uncertain climate and marketplace. The evening concludes with a dance after dinner. \nOn Saturday\, November 15\, the event concludes with a continental breakfast\, followed by a presentation that showcases cutting-edge technology in land management. At 10:00 a.m.\, Dr. Elliot Washington of Prairie View A&M University will deliver “The Role of Drones in Advancing Sustainable Forestry and Agriculture Practices.” His talk will showcase how drones are transforming everything from crop monitoring to forestry management\, demonstrating their value in increasing efficiency and sustainability. \nThe conference registration fee is $50 per person\, with online registration available at https://form.jotform.com/252501356893157. Group room reservations at the host hotel must be made by October 30 to ensure availability. \nFor many participants\, the annual LAT conference is more than just a series of meetings. It is a chance to connect with fellow landowners\, share knowledge\, and draw inspiration for the year ahead. In today’s world\, where land faces increasing pressures from development\, weather extremes\, and changing markets\, events like this play a critical role in sustaining the rural traditions and agricultural foundation of Texas. \nFor more details\, visit the LAT website at https://LATEXAS.org\, call the Smith County\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office at (903) 590-2980\, or contact Prairie View Agent\, Anthony Brown\, at ACBROWN@PVAMU.EDU \nThis year’s gathering promises to be both educational and inspiring\, offering landowners the tools they need to innovate\, adapt\, and thrive in the face of change. \nGreg Grant\, Ph.D.\, is the Smith County horticulturist and Master Gardener coordinator for the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Tyler. He is the author of Texas Fruit and Vegetable Gardening\, Texas Home Landscaping\, Heirloom Gardening in the South\, and The Rose Rustlers. You can read his “Greg’s Ramblings” blog at arborgate.com\, read his “In Greg’s Garden” in each issue of Texas Gardener magazine (texasgardener.com)\, or follow him on Facebook at “Greg Grant Gardens” or “Pines\, Pawpaws\, and Pocket Prairies.” More science-based lawn and gardening information from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service can be found at aggieturf.tamu.edu and aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu.
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LOCATION:Texas
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public
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SUMMARY:46th Annual State Landowners Conference
DESCRIPTION:This November\, Tyler will host an event that brings together landowners\, agricultural professionals\, and community leaders from across Texas. The Landowners Association of Texas (LAT)\, in partnership with the Smith County Landowners Association\, will present its 46th Annual State Conference November 13–15\, 2025\, at the Holiday Inn Conference Center on South Broadway Avenue in Tyler. \nThe conference theme\, “Sustaining Agriculture in a Changing World: Innovate\, Adapt\, Thrive\,” highlights the importance of resilience in today’s agricultural landscape. Whether you manage family farmland\, raise cattle\, explore new crops\, or are simply interested in conservation\, this gathering offers valuable tools and connections. \nThe event begins Thursday\, November 13\, at the Holiday Inn\, with a luncheon sponsored by the Smith County Landowners Association. Attendees will then have the option of cultural and educational excursions. These include a guided tour of the African American Museum\, a tour of the Tyler Botanical Garden by yours truly\, and information from the East Texas Genealogy Associates on DNA testing. The evening will conclude with the option to purchase burgers and beverages at the Conference Center\, providing time for fellowship. \nFriday\, November 14\, marks the official start of the conference at the hotel\, with registration opening at 6:30 a.m. and sessions beginning at 7:45 a.m. Throughout the day\, panels and speakers will tackle timely issues such as land conservation\, sustainable farming\, and food security. These sessions are designed to provide both practical solutions and big-picture strategies for Texas landowners navigating an uncertain climate and marketplace. The evening concludes with a dance after dinner. \nOn Saturday\, November 15\, the event concludes with a continental breakfast\, followed by a presentation that showcases cutting-edge technology in land management. At 10:00 a.m.\, Dr. Elliot Washington of Prairie View A&M University will deliver “The Role of Drones in Advancing Sustainable Forestry and Agriculture Practices.” His talk will showcase how drones are transforming everything from crop monitoring to forestry management\, demonstrating their value in increasing efficiency and sustainability. \nThe conference registration fee is $50 per person\, with online registration available at https://form.jotform.com/252501356893157. Group room reservations at the host hotel must be made by October 30 to ensure availability. \nFor many participants\, the annual LAT conference is more than just a series of meetings. It is a chance to connect with fellow landowners\, share knowledge\, and draw inspiration for the year ahead. In today’s world\, where land faces increasing pressures from development\, weather extremes\, and changing markets\, events like this play a critical role in sustaining the rural traditions and agricultural foundation of Texas. \nFor more details\, visit the LAT website at https://LATEXAS.org\, call the Smith County\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office at (903) 590-2980\, or contact Prairie View Agent\, Anthony Brown\, at ACBROWN@PVAMU.EDU \nThis year’s gathering promises to be both educational and inspiring\, offering landowners the tools they need to innovate\, adapt\, and thrive in the face of change. \nGreg Grant\, Ph.D.\, is the Smith County horticulturist and Master Gardener coordinator for the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Tyler. He is the author of Texas Fruit and Vegetable Gardening\, Texas Home Landscaping\, Heirloom Gardening in the South\, and The Rose Rustlers. You can read his “Greg’s Ramblings” blog at arborgate.com\, read his “In Greg’s Garden” in each issue of Texas Gardener magazine (texasgardener.com)\, or follow him on Facebook at “Greg Grant Gardens” or “Pines\, Pawpaws\, and Pocket Prairies.” More science-based lawn and gardening information from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service can be found at aggieturf.tamu.edu and aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/46th-annual-state-landowners-conference/2025-11-15/
LOCATION:Texas
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public
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SUMMARY:Challenges Facing Caddo Lake
DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Gertrude Windsor Garden Club will be a Community Event held in the Azalea Room at the Rose Garden Center on November 20th at 10:00 a.m. We are excited to feature Laura-Ashley Overdyke\, Executive Director of the Caddo Lake Institute. We hope you can join us and invite your friends and neighbors to attend as well. Additionally\, we have invited other Garden Clubs to participate in this event. \nWhen:  November 20\, 2025\nTime:   10:00 am to 12:00 pm\nWhere: Tyler Rose Garden Center\, Azalea Room \nCaddo Lake is Texas’s only naturally formed lake and is recognized as a Wetland of International Importance. It is rich in biodiversity\, history\, and opportunities for adventure. You will learn about what makes Caddo Lake so unique and the landscape-level conservation efforts that have made significant progress in the area. Alongside its rare plants and animals\, Caddo Lake is home to the state’s second state park\, making it a fantastic destination for visitors. \nHowever\, with these blessings come challenges. There are threats to the long-term viability of Caddo Lake. East Texas\, including Lake Palestine and the Tyler area\, is part of the larger Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex’s future water supply sources. The plants and wildlife of Caddo\, along with its rich history and burgeoning tourism industry\, depend on receiving the right amount of water at the right time for their long-term survival. Caddo Lake is a true gem of East Texas\, and water management is a critical issue throughout Texas. \nThese important topics will be discussed as we hear from Laura-Ashley Overdyke\, the Executive Director of the Caddo Lake Institute\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to scientific conservation. \nWe look forward to seeing you on November 20th!
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/challenges-facing-caddo-lake/
LOCATION:Tyler Rose Garden Center\, 420 Rose Park Dr.\, Tyler\, TX\, 75702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public
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