The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office has many upcoming programs:

October Diabetes Classes: Do you have type 2 diabetes and want to enjoy the holidays? Join us in learning how to prevent type 2 diabetes, eat healthy, and much more to control your diabetes. Classes are on October 8, 15, 22, 29, and November 5 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a free 5 class series.

October 10: Salsa Canning Class: This class is a hands-on class to learn water bath canning taught by Fallon Foster, County Extension Agent of Family and Community Health. It will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will cost $20 per person. Class limited to 15 participants.

October 12: Intro to Beekeeping: The topics that will be covered in this class will give you what you need to know for the basics of beekeeping. You will learn about the equipment, personal protective gear, hive products, basic biology, and starting concerns. The class will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will cost $20 per person or $30 for a family. Please RSVP by October 1. Snacks will be provided.

October 17: Orange County Ranchers Roundup: This program is being hosted by the Orange County Beef & Forage Committee. The speaker for this event is Dr. Mike Meaux, DVM, Southwest LA Veterinary Clinic. He will address cattle health & nutrition in Southeast Texas & Southwest Louisiana. The Orange County Ag Committee will pay for 1 free hay sample per family to be tested. The Lower Sabine-Neches SWCD #446 will pay for 1 free soil sample per family to be tested. You may contact the Extension Office for the forms. 2 CEU’s are offered for the Private Pesticide Applicators License holders. This program will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will cost $10 per person.

November 4: Meat Canning Class: Are you tired of freezing meat, poultry, and game? Then join us to learn how to can meat to preserve it to last much longer by using a pressure canner to can it. This program costs $20 per person and starts at 6 p.m.

November 19: Food Handler’s Training Class: This class is recommended for all food service employees to help promote the service of safe food. The cost is $20 and is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Make checks payable to FPM Account 230202 and bring to the class. No cash accepted.

Please call the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office of Orange County if you have any questions and to register for these classes at 409-882-7010. All classes and programs will be held at the Extension Office at 11475 FM 1442, Orange, TX 77630.