Meat consumption on the rise
Americans are once again eating more meat. Falling prices have brought many back to the table, according to Progressive Farmer, [...]
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08, 2016
Sanderson Farms defends antibiotic use
The poultry industry has seen a shift to cage-free and raised without antibiotics. But one major poultry processor is standing [...]
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08, 2016
AFBF joins nationwide immigration reform campaign
Business and agricultural groups that have struggled to push congressional action on immigration reform for years are hoping there will [...]
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08, 2016
National Farmers Market Week underway
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack proclaimed Aug. 7-13 as National Farmers Market Week to honor and celebrate the important role that [...]
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08, 2016
Three ways to build your shotgun skills
A little warm-up before dove season is always a good idea. A short online video demonstrates three everyday exercises that [...]
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08, 2016
USDA announces $11.2 million for American dairy farmers
The American dairy industry is receiving a virtual shot in the arm from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The agency [...]
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08, 2016
Bats are a valuable resource for agriculture
Bats are nocturnal creatures that move with stealth and speed. They patrol farmland using echo location to capture their insect [...]
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08, 2016
Alternative crops add options for farmers
Although alternative crops won’t replace top commodities, they will serve as drought-tolerant rotation options that can pay off when the [...]
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08, 2016
New class of game wardens, state park police officers graduates
After seven months of rigorous training, 41 game warden cadets and five state park police officers recently graduated in Austin. [...]
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08, 2016
Lawmakers show strong support for sugar industry
Top lawmakers showed strong support for the sugar industry at the American Sugar Alliance’s (ASA) annual Sweetener Symposium this week. [...]