Texas Producers Invited to Conservation Incentive Program Webinar Jan. 29

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January 16, 2026

The Texas Conservation and Sustainability Initiative will host a webinar Jan. 29 to discuss crop, livestock and forestry conservation practices eligible for up to $100,000 in financial incentives. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife) — Wheat on Thursday, Nov 02, 2023 in Amarillo, Texas. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications)

Texas Conservation and Sustainability Initiative offers $42 million to producers for crop, livestock and forestry conservation practices

The Texas Conservation and Sustainability Initiative, a Texas A&M AgriLife-led program, will host a free, informational webinar on Jan. 29 to help Texas farmers, ranchers and forest landowners learn about available conservation incentives, eligible practices for funding and market opportunities.

The program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service, NRCS. It is led by Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists Julie Howe, Ph.D., soil chemistry and fertility professor, and Nithya Rajan, Ph.D., agronomy and agroecology professor, both in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Jason Vogel, AgriLife Research project manager, Department of Soil and Crop Sciences, said the program offers financial incentives, up to $100,000, for farmers, ranchers and small forest owners statewide who volunteer to adopt select conservation practices in the areas of pasture and livestock grazing, row crops, forestry, confined animal operations and edge of field.

Project highlights on webinar agenda

The informational webinar will be from 3-4 p.m. and led by Howe. No preregistration is needed, just join the webinar to listen in.

The discussion will provide producers with information on:

Expanded incentive funding, with $42 million available for producers.
Conservation practices eligible for support.
Funding opportunities for larger producers.

Eligible practices vary by operation and may include cover cropping, no-till planting, irrigation and nutrient management, forestry planting, windbreaks and other edge-of-field planting for less productive lands. Forestry practices include nutrient management, tree and shrub establishment, and forest stand improvement. For livestock management, eligible practices may include prescribed grazing, feed amendments and supplements, and pasture and rangeland reestablishment.

To participate, producers must apply and go through the selection process, Vogel said. Selected producers will meet with an implementation planner/ambassador, complete a contract and participate in an environmental assessment evaluation.

““We are focused on helping commodity producers improve the sustainability of their operations,” Howe said. “We have $42 million to help producers adopt these science-based practices developed by NRCS, which are aimed at improving soil health and are more resilient to weather extremes.”

Texas Conservation and Sustainability Initiative accepts applications

Producers can apply for financial incentives, up to $100,000, to adopt conservation practices in pasture and livestock grazing, row crops, forestry and confined animal operations.

INFORMATION TO APPLY

Earth-Kind® Gardening: Smarter Landscapes for East Texas

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Cary Sims

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January 16, 2026

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This coming Tuesday, January 20, the Angelina County Extension Office will host its monthly noon gardening seminar on Earth-Kind® Gardening. Despite the name, there’s nothing “new-agey” or extreme about it. Earth-Kind® is a Texas A&M AgriLife research-based approach designed to help homeowners maintain attractive landscapes while protecting the environment—and, just as importantly, enjoying the process.

At its core, Earth-Kind® Gardening blends the best of traditional and organic practices into a practical, common-sense system that works especially well in East Texas.

The program is built around seven key principles, starting with planning and design. This may sound basic, but many landscape problems can be traced back to skipping this step. A thoughtful design from the beginning—considering space, sunlight, drainage, and access—prevents costly mistakes and ongoing frustration later. Make a plan, then work the plan. Most landscape problems don’t happen overnight—they happen one plant at a time, usually because something “looked good at the nursery.”

Next comes appropriate plant selection. East Texas offers an enormous selection of plants, but not all varieties perform equally well here. Whether it’s turfgrass, roses, shrubs, fruit trees, or vegetables, choosing varieties adapted to our soils, rainfall patterns, and heat makes the difference between success and constant struggle.

Practical turf areas are another important principle. Long, narrow strips of lawn or awkward patches surrounded by hardscaping are rarely efficient or attractive. When lawn areas are sized and shaped sensibly, they become easier to maintain and less demanding on time, water, and inputs.

Soil improvement follows. Investing time and resources into improving soil before planting pays long-term dividends. Incorporating quality compost improves structure, drainage, nutrient availability, and root development—benefits that no fertilizer program can replace.

Although East Texas averages close to 50 inches of rainfall annually, water management still matters. Earth-Kind® gardening promotes efficient irrigation—using water when plants need it most, particularly during establishment or extended dry periods. A plan for supplemental irrigation reduces stress on plants without driving up water bills year-round.

To conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and improve soil health, mulching is one of the most effective tools available. Pine straw, bark, and other organic mulches all fit Earth-Kind® principles. Maintaining mulch in landscape beds is one of the simplest ways to improve plant performance and reduce maintenance.

The final principle is appropriate maintenance. Guessing at fertilizer needs is unnecessary and expensive. A soil test—available through Texas A&M or Stephen F Austin State University for less than $20—provides precise recommendations for lawns, flower beds, and vegetable gardens, each of which has different nutrient requirements. Proper watering techniques, such as “soak and cycle,” and mowing turf at the correct height further reduce stress and improve plant health. Scalping a lawn only injures it and sets it back. Scalping a lawn doesn’t make it healthier any more than shaving your head makes you younger.

Local Master Gardener Clara Coziar will be the guest speaker for the seminar, which runs from noon to 1 p.m. at the Angelina County Extension Office, located at 2201 S. Medford Drive in Lufkin, between Café Del Rio and the Farmers Market. There is no cost to attend.

Participants will also receive packets with links to reliable websites, reference materials, and publications for further learning.

Earth-Kind® Gardening isn’t about doing more work—it’s about doing the right work. And for East Texas homeowners, that makes all the difference.

Fourth Friday Luncheon (Nacogdoches County)

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Diana De Leon Bon

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January 15, 2026

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January 23 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The Chamber’s monthly membership meeting.

Big changes to the tax code are here. Are you ready?

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduces substantial updates for individuals and business owners—some beneficial, some limiting, and all potentially impactful.

Polly Etta Sunda (pictured) will be highlighting key provisions that could affect your 2025 tax return, from:

New income-based deduction caps
Permanent bonus depreciation
Updated rules on tips, overtime, and R&D.

Click to register or call 936-560-5533.

Fees/Admission

$30/Chamber members
$35/non members
Registration due by noon, Tuesday, Jan. 21

Contact Information

936-560-5533
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Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce

(936) 560-5533

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How to Winterize Your Lawn and Flowerbeds for East Texas Weather Swings

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Billy Forrest

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January 14, 2026

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East Texas winters are known for sudden temperature changes, and those swings can take a toll on lawns and landscapes if they’re not properly prepared. While grass may go dormant, roots, soil, and plants are still vulnerable beneath the surface.

Winterizing a yard focuses on protection rather than growth. Simple steps—such as proper mowing height, avoiding excess watering, and minimizing traffic on wet or frozen soil—help preserve grass health through colder months.

Flowerbeds benefit significantly from winter care. Mulching helps regulate soil temperature, retain moisture, and protect plant roots from freeze-thaw cycles that can stress or damage plants.

Shrubs and perennials should generally be left alone during winter, aside from removing dead material. Heavy pruning too early can encourage new growth that won’t survive cold snaps.

Taking time to winterize now can prevent costly repairs and frustration later. A protected lawn and landscape are far more likely to rebound quickly when spring arrives.

More Bass, Less Grass Virtual Field Day Slated for Feb. 7

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Diana De Leon Bon

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January 14, 2026

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unnamed (54) — Aquacultural Research & Teaching Facility on July 28, 2021. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications)

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host “More Bass, Less Grass,” a virtual aquatic management field day on Feb. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The cost is $75, and preregistration is required.

The event offers five continuing education units, CEUs, for current Texas Department of Agriculture pesticide license holders who attend the program live — three general, one integrated pest management, and one laws and regulations.

The event also offers recertification credit for Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry pesticide applicators and four CEUs for category five aquatic pest control with the Kansas Department of Agriculture.

Chesser said anyone seeking CEUs through the program should have their license information available on the day of the event.

Key aquatic management strategies covered

Educational presentations will be delivered by Todd Sink, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension aquaculture specialist and professor, Texas A&M Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, and Brittany Chesser, AgriLife Extension aquatic vegetation program specialist and lead diagnostic scientist at AgriLife Extension’s Aquatic Diagnostics Laboratory. Both Sink and Chesser are located in Bryan-College Station.

Chesser said the materials covered during the workshop are applicable for both new and experienced pond owners.

Specific topics include:

Identifying aquatic vegetation.
Strategies and regulations related to aquatic vegetation management.
Using herbivorous fish as an integrated pest management strategy.
Pond stocking strategies for new and refurbished ponds.
Developing the aquatic food chain.
Fish management strategies for your fishery goals.

Participants will receive a PDF file of all event presentations.

Virtual demonstrations of electrofishing and aquatic herbicide application by pond and lake management companies will also be featured.

“We would also like to thank our event sponsors, Pond Boss Magazine and Pristine Pond Solutions, for supporting this event,” Chesser said.

For more information, contact Chesser at Brittany.chesser@ag.tamu.edu.

Vision Without Discipline Is Just a Dream

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Lee Allen Miller

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January 14, 2026

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Vision is exciting.

It energizes teams, fuels conversations, and fills notebooks in January. Vision gives leaders language for where they want to go – and hope that tomorrow can be better than today.

But here’s the uncomfortable truth most leaders learn the hard way:

Vision without discipline doesn’t move anything forward.

It just feels good.

Vision Is Common. Discipline Is Rare.

Every leader I know has vision.

Vision for growth
Vision for impact
Vision for better systems, stronger culture, healthier margins

What separates effective leaders from frustrated ones isn’t vision – it’s discipline.

Discipline is what turns what could be into what actually is.

Scripture puts it plainly:

“Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it.”
– Habakkuk 2:2

Notice what comes first.
Not excitement.
Not passion.
Clarity and structure.

God didn’t say, “Feel the vision.”
He said, write it – make it actionable.

Why Leaders Stall After January

January is full of declarations.
February exposes habits.

Most leadership visions die quietly because leaders underestimate what discipline costs.

Discipline costs:

Comfort
Convenience
Flexibility

Vision loves inspiration.
Discipline demands obedience.

And obedience isn’t glamorous.

It looks like:

Saying no when saying yes would be easier
Doing the boring work when no one is clapping
Showing up consistently when motivation fades

That’s why so many leaders stall – not because the vision was wrong, but because discipline was optional.

Discipline Is a Leadership Multiplier

Discipline does three things vision alone never can:

1. It Protects Focus

Discipline keeps leaders from chasing every opportunity that looks good but pulls them off mission.

2. It Builds Credibility

Teams don’t trust what you say – they trust what you repeat.

3. It Sustains Momentum

Motivation fades. Discipline carries you when enthusiasm runs out.

Paul understood this better than most:

“I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified.”
– 1 Corinthians 9:27

Leadership isn’t about intensity.
It’s about consistency.

Where Vision Goes to Die: Undisciplined Calendars

If you want to know what you truly value as a leader, don’t read your vision statement.

Look at your calendar.

Vision leaks when:

The calendar is reactive
Priorities shift daily
Important work is always postponed

Discipline shows up when leaders decide in advance:

What gets first attention
What gets protected time
What gets eliminated altogether

A disciplined calendar is a leadership statement.

Faith-Driven Discipline Looks Different

This isn’t about hustle culture or grinding harder.

Biblical discipline isn’t about exhaustion – it’s about alignment.

Faith-driven discipline asks:

What has God actually assigned me to do?
What am I doing out of fear, ego, or comparison?
What must be done daily to honor this calling?

Discipline doesn’t add pressure – it removes distraction.

A Simple Discipline Framework for Leaders

If your vision matters, your discipline must match it.

Ask yourself:

1. What must I do daily?

Not occasionally. Not when convenient. Daily.

2. What must I stop tolerating?

Undisciplined leadership often survives on tolerated dysfunction.

3. What must be protected at all costs?

Time, margin, integrity, relationships – something always needs guarding.

Discipline isn’t harsh.
It’s clarifying.

Your Action Step This Week

Don’t try to overhaul everything.

Choose one discipline that directly supports your vision this year.

One habit
One boundary
One commitment

Then lock it into your calendar.

Vision sets direction.
Discipline ensures arrival.

That’s a Wrap

God gives vision freely.
But discipline is what proves we’re serious about stewarding it.

Leaders who win long-term aren’t the most gifted or charismatic.
They’re the most faithful in the small, repeatable things.

Next week, we’ll tackle a principle many leaders avoid – but Jesus taught clearly: counting the cost before you build.

Lead with purpose. Lead with discipline.

Tax Updates for Military Community Topic of Feb. 3 Webinar

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Diana De Leon Bon

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January 13, 2026

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Event offers financial experts knowledge, resources to better aid service members

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and OneOp will host a free webinar, “2026 Tax Updates: What Service Providers Need to Know,” on Feb. 3 from 10-11:30 a.m.

This webinar is designed to equip service providers and financial counselors with the knowledge needed to better support the military community in tax preparation.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Once registered, an email will be sent with connection information.

The presenter is Susan Mitchell, executive director of the Armed Forces Tax Council and tax counsel in the Department of Defense Office of the General Counsel.

Webinar learning objectives

Participants will learn when military pay and benefits are taxable or non-taxable, explore key tax advantages available to service members and their families, and review important tax law updates taking effect in 2026.

Following the webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe the tax benefits available to eligible service members and their families.
Explain key 2026 tax law updates that apply to most taxpayers, including military service members and families.
Recognize how MilTax and Military OneSource tax professionals can support service members.

Continuing education credits available

OneOp certificates of attendance are available for those interested in additional documentation of professional development activities.

One-and-a-half continuing education credits are available in the following areas:

Accredited financial counselors, Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education.
Certified personal finance counselors, The Center for Financial Certifications.
Certified in family and consumer sciences, American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences.
Certified personal and family finance educator, American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences.
Certified family life educators, National Council on Family Relations.

For more information about the webinar, contact Rachel Brauner, AgriLife Extension program specialist for Family and Community Health, Bryan-College Station, at rachel.brauner@ag.tamu.edu or 979-321-5021.

AgriLife Extension to Host Virtual Texas Fruit Conference Jan. 23-24

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Diana De Leon Bon

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January 13, 2026

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Program will address fruit production challenges in Texas and southeast U.S.

The annual virtual Texas Fruit Conference, hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences, will be Jan. 23-24.

The program will run from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. both days. Registration is $60 for both days.

The format will be completely online to accommodate as many participants as possible, said event coordinator Tim Hartmann, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension statewide fruit specialist and assistant professor, Department of Horticultural Sciences, Bryan-College Station.

This year’s theme is entitled “Combating Climate Challenges in Texas Fruit Production,” with a focus on maximizing fruit yield and quality while optimizing plant health and longevity. This year’s online event topics are intended mainly for commercial growers and hobbyists, Hartmann said, but anyone interested in fruit production is welcome to attend.

Primary conference presentations will include research-based topics such as protected culture production, novel frost protection strategies, plant growth regulator use, and other best management practices, covering a wide range of tree and small fruit crops.

Four Texas Department of Agriculture pesticide applicator continuing education units are available.

Participants will also have access to documents and video recordings from the presentations.

On the program

Topics and speakers for this year’s program will represent Texas as well as the southeast U.S., including:

Performance of biopesticides for year-round management of Xanthomonas arboricola pv. pruni in peach orchards – Junaed Ahmed, graduate research assistant and doctoral student, Clemson University.
Bacterial canker management in stone fruit – Hartmann.
Kaolin clay and other materials for protection against heat and sunscald – Alden Hotz, AgriLife Extension associate, Department of Horticultural Sciences, Bryan-College Station.
Winter cold protection of fruit crops and cultural practices to reduce damage – Stephen Janak, AgriLife Extension program specialist, Department of Horticultural Sciences, Hallettsville.
Shaded fruit production – potentials for increased yields, quality and plant health – Jacy Lewis, doctoral candidate and manager of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Viticulture and Fruit Lab in Fredericksburg, in the Department of Horticultural Sciences.
Evaluating select plant growth regulators on improving fruit set in apricot – Allison Love, graduate student, Department of Horticultural Sciences.
Influence of shade on blackberry cultivar performance in central Alabama – Libby Neal, graduate research assistant, horticulture, Auburn University.
High tunnel citrus production – Monte Nesbitt, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension fruit and statewide pecan specialist and assistant professor, Department of Horticultural Science, Bryan-College Station.
Frost protection strategies for fruit crops – Nesbitt.
Arthropod pest management in protected culture systems – Kyle Slusher, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension entomologist and assistant professor, Texas A&M Department of Entomology, Stephenville.
Evaluating high tunnel production of southern highbush blueberries in central Alabama: insights from the first two years of production – Lucas Speer, graduate student, horticulture, Auburn University.
Maximizing irrigation effectiveness during drought – Larry Stein, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension horticultural specialist and professor, Department of Horticultural Sciences, Uvalde.
High tunnel stone fruit production – live video, and a grower interview – Russ Studebaker, Studebaker Farm, Fredericksburg.
Recognizing stress-related abiotic disorders from biotic diseases – Pedro Uribe, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension program specialist, Texas A&M Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology, Bryan-College Station.
Hydrogen cyanamide use, Budpro, in fruit crops – Edgar Vinson, Ph.D., assistant professor and Alabama Extension horticulturalist, Auburn University.
Sprayable materials for frost protection of fruit crops – Matthew Whiting, Ph.D., professor, tree fruit horticulture, Washington State University.

For more information, contact Hartmann at t-hartmann@tamu.edu

Kids Talk About God by Carey Kinsolving and Friends

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Carey Kinsolving

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January 13, 2026

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Why Did Jesus Say Christians Would Do Greater Things Than He Did?

Jesus said that those who believe in him would do greater works than he did (John 14:12). How is this possible?

“We can tell them that Jesus died on the cross for all the people and loves them a lot,” says Josiah, 5.

Jesus did a lot of miracles and so did his Apostles, but the greatest miracle is when people accept God’s gift of eternal life by believing in Jesus as their savior. They pass from spiritual death into a life that is depicted as the party of all parties called the wedding feast of the Lamb (Revelation 19:9 & Matthew 22:1-14).

Jesus fed 5,000 men with a few small fish and loaves of bread, but look what happened on the Day of Pentecost after Jesus rose from the dead! Devout Jews from all over the known world gathered in Jerusalem for the Pentecost feast. God performed a miracle. He temporarily unscrambled the language barrier. When the Apostles spoke, everyone understood in his own native language (Acts 2:5-7).

After the Apostle Peter spoke about Jesus’ life, death and resurrection, about 3,000 people became believers (Acts 2:41). In one message, probably more people entered into God’s kingdom than during the entire ministry of Jesus. The entire Book of Acts is devoted to the spread of the gospel and the establishment of the church, first in Israel among the Jews as they gathered for worship, food and fellowship from house-to-house (Acts 2:42), and then among Gentile cities throughout the Roman Empire.

Certainly in this sense, the Apostles and those who believed in Jesus through their preaching did greater things. Greater can also be applied to all the countries in which churches were established. Jesus purposely confined his ministry almost exclusively to Judea to train 12 disciples.

“We can do greater things because the Bible says that if you ask something in Jesus’ name, it will happen,” says Gabriella, 8.

When Jesus said Christians would do greater things, he gave a reason for his amazing statement: “because I go to my Father” (John 14:12b).

Some Christians talk about Jesus reigning from his throne in his kingdom as though it’s a future event. In the Apostle Peter’s famous Pentecost sermon, he stated that God promised in an oath to King David that “He would raise up the Christ to sit on his throne, he, foreseeing this, spoke concerning the resurrection of the Christ,” (Acts 2:30b-31a).

Sitting on David’s throne is all about the resurrection of Christ. Is Jesus resurrected? Is he seated on David’s throne in heaven? The answer to both these questions is a big YES! God’s kingdom is here now, but it will be greater or more fully realized in the future.

A resurrected Jesus on his throne is the major reason why Jesus said Christians would do greater works. Immediately after Jesus predicted greater works, he said, “And whatever you ask in my name, that I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son,” (John 14:13).

Think about this: Jesus is reigning and ruling as king and priest in a resurrected body seated on David’s throne in heaven. His kingdom is growing every day as people place their trust in him as their only hope for eternal life in his kingdom, which will be fully realized on Earth one day.

Memorize this truth: John 14:13 previously quoted.

Ask these questions: Have you discovered your role in the growth of God’s glorious kingdom? Are you asking Jesus in prayer to advance his kingdom through you?

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Why Moths Show Up in East Texas Homes — and What to Do About Them

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Cary Sims

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January 12, 2026

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Few things irritate homeowners faster than opening a pantry or closet and watching moths flutter out. It was a call from a longtime resident of Angelina County and longtime friend that got me pondering about moths in the house.

Too many times, the immediate reaction is to grab a spray can. But let me urge you to try a different reaction: identify the moth first, because not all moths are the same — and most don’t belong indoors to begin with.

In East Texas homes, moth issues are typically one of three kinds: pantry pests, clothes moths, or nuisance moths that wandered in from outside. These three categories account for the vast majority of homeowner complaints and require very different responses.

Pantry moths, most commonly known as the Indianmeal moth, are frequent offenders. These moths infest stored food products such as flour, cereal, rice, pasta, cornmeal, bird seed, and pet food. Homeowners may notice moths flying near the pantry, kitchen cabinets, or worse, may see the moth’s larvae inside these food packages.

Truthfully, by the time you see that moth, the damage has already been done by the larvae feeding on your dry, stored food. Pantry moths are most noticeable in late summer and fall, when warm conditions speed up their life cycle.

In East Texas, they often show up in grain-type foods that have sat undisturbed for months. That partly used bag of flour may not spoil but is the perfect target for infestation.

Control starts with sanitation. Any infested food should be discarded. Remaining dry goods should be stored in airtight glass or plastic containers — not cardboard boxes or thin bags. Pantry shelves should be vacuumed and wiped down to remove food dust and larvae. Pet food and bird seed should always be stored in sealed bins. Insecticides are rarely needed and should only be used in empty cabinets as a last resort.

Clothes moths are less common but more destructive. In fact, in more than 30 years of Extension work, I have yet to confirm a true clothes moth infestation in a local home. These moths feed on natural fibers such as wool, silk, fur, feathers, and some blends. Interestingly, they do not damage cotton or synthetic fabrics. Damage usually appears as irregular holes in clothing, blankets, or rugs stored in dark, undisturbed areas.

Clothes moth problems often surface in fall and winter when seasonal clothing and blankets come out of storage. AgriLife Extension recommends washing or dry-cleaning garments before long-term storage, thoroughly vacuuming closets, and storing susceptible items in sealed containers or garment bags. Clean fabrics are far less attractive to these moths.

The third group is nuisance moths, often called miller moths. These are outdoor moths that are attracted to lights and accidentally enter homes. This is the moth that I’ve been seeing over the past few weeks at my own house.

I’ll see them first outside the glass window of our home’s back door. They sit there because they are attracted to our indoor lights. Then when I let our dog out, they fly right in. I miss them half the time — but our German Shorthaired Pointer dog never does. She’ll “point” at them and whine till I get the flyswatter and go on a brief hunt with her.

Nuisance moths may be most common in East Texas during spring, fall, and these mild winter days we are experiencing. These moth types emerge from nearby fields, woodlands, or landscapes.

These nuisance moths typically do not feed, reproduce, or cause damage indoors. They are simply in the wrong place. Entomology experts with AgriLife recommend sealing gaps around doors, windows, vents, and attic openings to prevent entry. Reducing exterior lighting near entry points can also help. Once inside, these moths can be vacuumed or gently removed — spraying is unnecessary.

The key takeaway is that moth control depends on why they’re there. Food pests require sanitation and proper storage. Fabric pests require cleaning and sealed storage. Nuisance moths require exclusion, not extermination.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension consistently emphasizes that most moth problems are solved without heavy pesticide use. Correct identification and a targeted response save time, money, and frustration — and keep chemicals out of places they don’t belong.

Texas Forest Country Living

Texas Producers Invited to Conservation Incentive Program Webinar Jan. 29

Project highlights on webinar agenda

Texas Conservation and Sustainability Initiative accepts applications

Earth-Kind® Gardening: Smarter Landscapes for East Texas

Fourth Friday Luncheon (Nacogdoches County)

Contact Information

Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce

The Fredonia Hotel & Convention Center

Related Events

How to Winterize Your Lawn and Flowerbeds for East Texas Weather Swings

More Bass, Less Grass Virtual Field Day Slated for Feb. 7

Key aquatic management strategies covered

Vision Without Discipline Is Just a Dream

Tax Updates for Military Community Topic of Feb. 3 Webinar

Webinar learning objectives

Continuing education credits available

AgriLife Extension to Host Virtual Texas Fruit Conference Jan. 23-24

On the program

Kids Talk About God by Carey Kinsolving and Friends

Why Moths Show Up in East Texas Homes — and What to Do About Them

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