Alfalfa grows in dry, arid climate of Far West Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor In the high desert heat of Far West Texas, where cotton stretches white across the fields and pecan trees sway under the sun, there’s another crop making its mark—alfalfa. [...]
Wiggins family grows the sweet taste of summer
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Childhood memories are filled with watermelons for Darren Wiggins. He remembers running through the [...]
TFB Summer Conference covers ag, commodity information
By Julie Tomascik Editor Trade, right to farm, succession planning and the farm bill were among the topics highlighted [...]
FDA implemented changes for use of beef cattle implants
By Shelby Shank Field Editor New guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Veterinary Medicine redefines [...]
TFB Clover Cash grant applications open to 4-H clubs, programs
By Julie Tomascik Editor Applications are now open for Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) 2023 Clover Cash Grant Program, which [...]
HPAI cases lower, strict precautions continue
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist There have been fewer cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) across the country this [...]
Mexico imposes 50% tariff on white corn imports
Mexico on Saturday, June 24, imposed a 50% tariff on white corn imports. The tariff is expected to remain in [...]
Panhandle weather a mixed bag this year
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Farmers and ranchers have had to adjust to above-average rainfall in the Texas Panhandle. Although [...]
Livestock antibiotics now require veterinary prescription
By Julie Tomascik Editor Antibiotics that were available over the counter now require a veterinary prescription. The rule change [...]