County Extension Office

The County Extension Office in Eagle Pass, TX is a branch of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, offering educational resources and programs to the residents of Maverick County. Located in the northwestern section of the Rio Grande plain region, the county is bordered by Kinney, Zavala, and Webb counties, with the Rio Grande forming its western and international border with Mexico. The office provides information on various topics such as livestock projects, 4-H programs, publications, and events.

Eagle Pass, the county seat and largest community, serves as the gateway to Mexico's Central Superhighway 57 and is strategically located near major highways connecting it to Del Rio, Laredo, and San Antonio. The county's topography is mostly level, with soils ranging from gray to black and native grasses covering the land. The Rio Grande and Nueces River are the primary water sources, and the climate is described as subtropical steppe, with hot summers and mild winters. The county is home to diverse flora and fauna, including white-tail deer, quail, turkey, and various bird species.

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