Texas A&M AgriLife Research

Texas A&M AgriLife Research

State-supported agricultural research organization

Overview

Texas A&M AgriLife Research conducts scientific work in agriculture and life sciences across Texas, with its headquarters in College Station and a statewide network of research centers. It produces research findings, practical solutions, and new technologies, sharing them through reports, publications, and hands-on extension work to help farmers, industries, and communities. Its breadth and ties to the Texas A&M University System, plus a history dating back to the Hatch Act, enable coordinated, multidisciplinary work across many crops, climates, and production systems. The goal is to improve Texas agriculture’s productivity, sustainability, and economic resilience by generating knowledge and turning it into usable tools and practices for farmers and related industries.

About Texas A&M AgriLife Research

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Why Texas A&M AgriLife Research is rated
C+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

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Food & Agriculture

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Headquarters

College Station, Texas

Founded

1887

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What believers are saying

  • MyLand's $2.4M funding expands microalgae collaboration across 22,000 acres.
  • Reduces crop water use by 20% via integrated irrigation for drought resilience.
  • Targets citrus greening with disease-resistant varieties amid market demand.

What critics are saying

  • MyLand's $2.4M project diverts funding from AgriLife's soil research in 12-24 months.
  • NIFA 2023-2027 plan cuts Hatch Act funding by prioritizing human health in 18-36 months.
  • Post-2025 federal cuts terminate 20-30% of 500 AgriLife projects in 24-36 months.

What makes Texas A&M AgriLife Research unique

  • Texas A&M AgriLife Research operates 13 centers from El Paso to Beaumont since 1887.
  • Employs 1,700 staff, including 500 doctoral scientists focused on agriculture.
  • Pioneers research in plant diseases, animal parasites, and economical cattle feeding.

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Company News

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Oct 22nd, 2025
MyLand Expands with $2.4M Funding

MyLand has expanded its soil health initiative in Texas with $2.4M funding, enhancing its collaboration with Texas A&M AgriLife Research. The project will explore microalgae's benefits across 22,000 acres, focusing on nutrient density, water efficiency, soil salinity, citrus greening, and turf quality. This expansion aims to improve soil health, food quality, and agricultural sustainability, highlighting the importance of public-private partnerships in resilient agriculture.

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