Ag groups disappointed as farm bill fails in Senate Ag
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter After more than four hours of debate, the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry failed to come to an agreement to move the farm bill forward Thursday, Aug. 6. The Agricultural Act of [...]
USDA tags Nov. 5 for new EID rule
By Julie Tomascik Editor The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new animal disease traceability rule goes into effect Nov. [...]
Texas pumpkin crop great this fall
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Despite the hot summer, Texas pumpkin farmers saw increases in yields and quality. Good [...]
FARM Act would provide support to farmers facing economic challenges
By Julie Tomascik Editor A new bill aimed at offsetting financial pressure for farmers while waiting on a farm [...]
Rising quail numbers signal promising hunting season
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Timely rains and improved habitat have sparked optimism for bobwhite and scaled quail hunters [...]
Wharton County Farm Bureau hosts Ag Day, celebrates 25 years
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Wharton County Farm Bureau once again shared agricultural information with elementary students in the community [...]
Farm Bureau talks tax credits with the White House
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) urged the Biden administration to prioritize American-grown crops in the production of sustainable fuels [...]
Lawmakers request GAO to review Paraguay beef imports
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson of Texas and U.S. House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” [...]
TPWD forecasts strong season for white-tailed deer hunting
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Hunters should have ample opportunities to harvest quality bucks this fall thanks to excellent habitat [...]