Farm exports forecast to jump $6 billion
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) forecasts agricultural exports to increase by $6 billion, totaling $133 billion in the fiscal [...]
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08, 2016
Breeding soundness exams help prevent financial losses
Breeding soundness exams can help prevent financial losses for ranchers, according to AgriLife Today. Late fall and early winter is [...]
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08, 2016
Gins may be able to clean rain-damaged cotton
By Jessica Domel News Editor There’s at least some good news for Texas cotton farmers impacted by large amounts of [...]
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08, 2016
AgriLife works to strengthen vegetable production program
Texas retailers want locally grown produce. And AgriLife researchers and farmers are working to strengthen vegetable production in Texas to [...]
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08, 2016
Colostrum vital in first hours after calving
There is a key element to ensure you have a healthy calf— colostrum. It’s high in immunoglobulins that help prevent [...]
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08, 2016
Free Enterprise Speech Contest applications due
Gain valuable communication skills. Hone leadership abilities. And have an opportunity to earn cash for college. All with Texas Farm [...]
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08, 2016
New poll shows strong support for TPP
A new poll from Morning Consult shows most voters favor fair trade. The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), which includes the U.S., [...]
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08, 2016
USDA responds to Farm Bureau request for dairy assistance
By Jessica Domel News Editor The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has responded to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) [...]
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08, 2016
Research shows health benefits of brisket
Texans have a new reason to light up those backyard barbecues. New research shows that brisket has several health benefits. [...]
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08, 2016
New wildlife feeder designs, feed formulas available
Wildlife feed and wildlife feeders are popular purchases across Texas. That’s especially true in the Texas Hill Country. Dale Garner, [...]