Harrison County

Working collaboratively to enhance knowledge, effectively utilize resources and spur agribusiness growth in Harrison County is the focus of the Agriculture and Natural Resources arm of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.

Harrison County is home to 1,134 farms, supporting 27,839 beef cows and calves across 190,247 acres of active agricultural production, including 26,454 acres of hay harvested.¹ Elevating beef and forage production is the focus of collaborative efforts between Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and the Harrison County Cattlemen’s Association.  By providing educational programs, forage testing, and natural resource management best practices workshops, local farmers and ranchers gain the tools and knowledge to enhance their operations. ¹2017 Census of Agriculture – County Data. (n.d.) Table 1. County Summary Highlights, 2017. USDA, National Agriculture Statistics Service. Retrieved August 23, 2023.

The Harrison County Master Gardener Association is an educational volunteer program made up of members of the local community who take an active interest in lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers and gardens. Upon completion of extensive training, Master Gardeners contribute time as volunteers, working through the Harrison County AgriLife Extension office to provide horticultural-related services to their communities through informative programs, projects, and tree & plant sales.

The Annual Harrison County Farm City Week continues a proud tradition that celebrates the vital connection between agriculture and the community. Known locally as the equivalent of a county livestock show, Farm City Week was established decades ago by a coalition of local businessmen & agricultural producers. What began on the Courthouse Square in Downtown Marshall—with 4-H and FFA students reportedly tying their show calves to parking meters—has grown into a signature event held each year at the Marshall City Arena. Organized and hosted by the Harrison County Agri-Business Association, the event relies heavily on dedicated volunteers and the generous support of donors, whose contributions fund prizes and scholarships for local youth.

The mission of the Marshall Beekeepers Association is to promote the art and science of beekeeping in Harrison County and the greater East Texas area. Whether you’re a seasoned beekeeper or just getting started, this association is the place to share knowledge, ask questions, and stay informed about all thing’s bees.