Texas A&M AgriLife Extension-Harris County Family & Community Health

A free New World screwworm inspector training is now available to all Texans through AgriLife Learn.

The course covers New World screwworm biology, inspection protocols, reporting and more, and is open to anyone who wants to better understand how to protect their animals. Those who qualify may apply to become a certified New World screwworm inspector through the Texas Animal Health Commission.

Learn about the course at tx.ag/NWSTraining.

On the menu during session 1 of Cooking Well for Healthy Blood Pressure was Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce (prepared in a skillet and air fryer), Balsamic Carrots and Rice Pilaf. The session was held Thursday, June 11th at the Judge Ted Poe Community Center. The topics discussed were understanding blood pressure, the DASH eating plan, being more active and practicing other healthy lifestyle behaviors.

Participants worked in groups to prepare our feast. Some used the air fryer for the first time and they were excited. To learn more about Cooking Well for Healthy Blood Pressure or to schedule a Series contact our office at 713-274-0950.

What can you make with vinegar, sugar, mustard seed, celery seed, allspice and pickling cucumbers? You guessed it, Sweet Pickle Rings. We made pickles with 20 seniors at the Madison Jobe Senior Center in Pasadena and we had a blast.

Want to learn about the new, Steam Canning method, then join us August 15th. At this class we will process Strawberry Lemonade and Thai Chili Sauce. Register at: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/C9P0X07GNMBB3/checkout/BPEXY3RW2OLWEBZ3C4ZYA5RJ?src=webqr

Agent Davis conducted the 2nd part of Decluttering Class at the Cavalcade Community Center. This session discussed Sentimental Clutter. Sentimental Clutter is the kind of clutter that we hold on to because it holds emotional value, but no practical use. A challenge that many of us face related to sentimental clutter is separating the memory from the object. Share ways that deal with clutter.

Join us for an educational, fun, cooking class all designed to encouraging using more herbs and spices opposed to seasonings high in sodium.