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Texas A&M AgriLife to Host Tax Workshops in Dallas

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Dallas, October 12, 2025

News Summary

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will offer both online and in-person tax workshops this fall aimed at tax practitioners. These workshops will cover recent tax law changes, legislative updates, and real-world applications for individual, small business, and agricultural tax returns. Participants can earn continuing education credits, ensuring they stay informed and qualified to advise clients effectively. Registration is open until October 17 for online sessions, with workshops held in multiple Texas locations including Dallas, Stafford, and Victoria.

Dallas — The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host online and in-person tax workshops this fall to help tax practitioners navigate recent tax law changes and apply that knowledge in practice. The program offers multiple formats and locations, continuing education credits, and sessions focused on individual, small business, and agricultural tax returns.

What organizers are offering

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host online and in-person tax workshops this fall. The workshops aim to help tax practitioners navigate the latest changes in tax law and apply this knowledge confidently. The workshops will not only cover legislative updates but also focus on real-world applications for individual, small business, and agricultural tax returns.

Continuing education and professional credits

Participants can earn continuing education credits for various certifications, including enrolled agents, certified public accountants, certified financial planners, attorneys, and other tax practitioners. Courses qualify for continuing education credits from the IRS, Texas State Board of Public Accountancy, Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, and State Bar of Texas.

Instruction and presentation

Scott Youngblood, a longtime tax practitioner, and presenter for the workshops, emphasizes the importance of understanding current tax rules for advising clients effectively. Lisa Patterson, program manager for the AgriLife Extension Tax Workshops, highlights the combination of expert instruction and interactive learning. Youngblood notes that continuous education is crucial for professionals even after graduation or certification.

Schedule, fees and registration

The registration fee for General and Small Business Tax Workshops is $460, with sessions running from 8:20 a.m. to 4:35 p.m. Agricultural Tax Workshops are priced at $160, held from 8:20 a.m. to noon. Registration for online workshops ends on October 17. Participants will receive information on accessing the webinars after registration.

Registration deadlines, course lists, and any updates are available through the event contact. For more information and registration, visit https://tx.ag/TaxWorkshops or contact Lisa Patterson at [email protected] or 979-393-0888.

Locations and formats

Workshops will be offered in multiple Texas locations and online. Locations include Dallas, Stafford, Victoria, and online sessions. Dallas workshops will be held at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center. Stafford workshops will be at TownePlace Suites. Victoria workshop will take place at the AgriLife Extension office’s 4-H Activity Center.

Who should attend

The workshops are designed for tax professionals who prepare returns or advise clients, including those working with individuals, small businesses, and agricultural clients. The AgriLife Extension Tax Workshops have a history of providing reliable, up-to-date guidance for Texas professionals.

Program format and learning approach

Sessions combine expert lectures with interactive elements intended to reinforce practical application. Attendees can expect case-based examples, walk-throughs of return preparation issues, and time for questions directed at experienced preparers and instructors. The program emphasizes current rules and their application to real-world client situations.

Quick reference

  • Formats: In-person and online sessions
  • Primary locations: Dallas, Stafford, Victoria, and online sessions
  • General/Small Business fee: $460 (8:20 a.m. to 4:35 p.m.)
  • Agricultural fee: $160 (8:20 a.m. to noon)
  • Registration deadline for online workshops: October 17
  • Contact: [email protected] | 979-393-0888

FAQ

What organization is hosting the workshops?

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host online and in-person tax workshops this fall.

When does registration for online workshops end?

Registration for online workshops ends on October 17.

How much do the General and Small Business Tax Workshops cost and what are the hours?

The registration fee for General and Small Business Tax Workshops is $460, with sessions running from 8:20 a.m. to 4:35 p.m.

What is the cost and schedule for Agricultural Tax Workshops?

Agricultural Tax Workshops are priced at $160, held from 8:20 a.m. to noon.

Where will the Dallas workshops be held?

Dallas workshops will be held at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center.

Where will the Stafford workshops be held?

Stafford workshops will be at TownePlace Suites.

Where will the Victoria workshop take place?

Victoria workshop will take place at the AgriLife Extension office’s 4-H Activity Center.

Will participants receive webinar access information after registering?

Participants will receive information on accessing the webinars after registration.

Which continuing education accreditations are available for these courses?

Courses qualify for continuing education credits from the IRS, Texas State Board of Public Accountancy, Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, and State Bar of Texas.

Who are the program contacts and what is the registration URL?

For more information and registration, visit https://tx.ag/TaxWorkshops or contact Lisa Patterson at [email protected] or 979-393-0888.

What emphasis do workshop leaders place on professional development?

Scott Youngblood, a longtime tax practitioner, and presenter for the workshops, emphasizes the importance of understanding current tax rules for advising clients effectively.

How do organizers describe the instructional format?

Lisa Patterson, program manager for the AgriLife Extension Tax Workshops, highlights the combination of expert instruction and interactive learning.

What topics will the workshops address?

The workshops will not only cover legislative updates but also focus on real-world applications for individual, small business, and agricultural tax returns.

What is the reputation or history of these workshops?

The AgriLife Extension Tax Workshops have a history of providing reliable, up-to-date guidance for Texas professionals.

What do organizers say about ongoing education?

Youngblood notes that continuous education is crucial for professionals even after graduation or certification.

Workshop Key Features
Workshop Type Fee Time Locations / Format
General and Small Business Tax Workshops $460 8:20 a.m. to 4:35 p.m. Dallas, Stafford, Victoria, and online sessions
Agricultural Tax Workshops $160 8:20 a.m. to noon Dallas, Stafford, Victoria, and online sessions
Webinar Access N/A Varies by session Online sessions; Participants will receive information on accessing the webinars after registration.
Continuing Education N/A As scheduled Courses qualify for continuing education credits from the IRS, Texas State Board of Public Accountancy, Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, and State Bar of Texas.

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