TFB urges vigilance as screwworm threat nears Texas
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) called for sustained vigilance and strong agency coordination this week as state lawmakers received an update on the threat of New World screwworm. During a joint hearing [...]
USDA cancels July cattle report, select crop reports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is canceling several livestock and crop reports, citing budget constraints. The July cattle [...]
Reference prices need to be updated in farm bill
As input prices continue to rise and commodity prices decline, farmers rely on the reference prices in the farm safety [...]
Ag entrepreneurs can earn $100K in Ag Innovation Challenge
Agricultural entrepreneurs can now apply for funds through the 2025 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge hosted by the American [...]
Young farmers, ranchers network and learn at spring conference
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Farm finances, social media and the future of agriculture were among the topics discussed [...]
Kendrick wins TFB’s 2024 Collegiate Discussion Meet
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist College students from across the Lone Star state focused on challenges in agriculture during [...]
CWD detected in a Real County deer breeding facility
Two cases of chronic wasting disease (CWD) were confirmed in a Real County deer breeding facility, marking the first detections [...]
Texas farmers optimistic about wheat crop, despite low prices
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas farmers are feeling optimistic about this year’s wheat crop despite low prices. Texas [...]
Texas corn, soybean, wheat planted acres forecast down in 2024
By Emmy Powell Communication Specialist The planted acreage for corn, soybeans and wheat in Texas are forecast down this [...]