Foot rot in cattle enhanced by moisture
A large number of lameness cases in cattle are caused by infection, and recent wet conditions across Texas are adding [...]
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TFB asks EPA not to ban commonly-used insecticide
By Jessica Domel News Editor The state’s largest farm organization is asking the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reconsider its [...]
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01, 2016
Texas reservoir, storage levels on the rise
For the tenth week in a row, reservoir and water storage levels across Texas are on the rise. According to [...]
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Deadline approaches for Young Farmer & Rancher Leadership Conference
By Julie Tomascik Publications Editor Young farmers and ranchers will inherit a bright future and a strong legacy. And leave [...]
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01, 2016
Congress to consider GMO labeling, TPP approval in new year
Lawmakers are back in Washington, D.C. after the holiday break. According to POLITICO, GMO labeling, child nutrition authorization, approval of [...]
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01, 2016
Winter storm Goliath takes toll on Texas dairy industry
A storm that dropped multiple inches of snow across the Plains area of Texas has delivered a powerful punch to [...]
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01, 2016
Increased TDA fees now in effect
Texas farmers and ranchers will be paying more for more than 100 state fees this year. The proposed fee increases [...]
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Crop, livestock projections outlined for 2016
Lower crop prices are expected to continue until a production shortage in the U.S. or other major producing region occurs, [...]
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01, 2016
Food industry given more time to define ‘natural’
Food industry groups now have more time to weigh in on what "natural" should denote on product labels. The Food [...]
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Pay close attention to grazing leases
A handshake and verbal agreement. They were once the mark of Western ranchers, but handshake deals can easily fall apart [...]