Just a Texas Girl sharing some gardening tips!
Hi! I’m Phylicxia J.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, a Master’s degree in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Environments, and nearly ten years of experience in soil conservation, I have had the privilege of working in Texas and Vermont communities.
I'm Phylicxia J. You're probably pondering, "NOW HOW IN THE WORLD DO YOU PRONOUNCE THAT!?" I get this often. Here. Let me assist. PHIL- LIX- SEE- YUH.
I’m a Cultivator of Generational Prosperity. Through faith, agriculture, and cultural storytelling, I empower others to clear away the barriers and 'weeds' holding them back and to plant seeds that grow into self-sufficiency, wellness, and lasting legacy. My purpose is to inspire people to see that what we grow today can sustain, nourish, and strengthen generations to come.
I was born in Dallas, TX.; I moved to Waco, TX, at 12. I aspired to be a STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) Teacher - Math was my jam! Little did I know, life had other plans. This is where my AG WAY life began.
Here's how:
The church I attended in Texas had land that was just was not being utilized to its full capacity. So, an urban gardening coalition approached me about managing a community garden that would be on the church property. [Side bar I would be remiss if I didn't mention Deacon, Bro. H. Jackson. Bro. Jackson was a dynamic volunteer (who also taught me to use a weed eater) and helped manage the church garden from the start. With his help, I managed the community gardening until completion of High School.]
In my senior year of High School, I was nominated for the Rotary Club of Waco Youth Citizenship Scholarship Award. During the interview, I was asked what college I would be attending and my major. With confidence, I replied, "Prairie View A&M University, majoring in Agriculture!" [WHAT JUST HAPPENED!??? Teaching just zoomed out of the window.] But not really. I pursued my degree in Ag and education as a minor, so essentially, I got the best of both worlds.
That brings us to today. Because of my love for education and agriculture, I started The A.G. Way [Agriculture for Generations] to equip the everyday person and family with the necessary tools and confidence to accomplish at-home gardening and sustainability for the community and future generations.
When I’m not busy providing conservation services to our nation’s farmers, you can catch me:
enjoying cuddle time with my four-legged child, Amber Girl
building the population of my compost worm farm
singing in the community ecumenical choir
or planning my next trip
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