Texas Pecan Month marks a challenging but hopeful harvest
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist October is Texas Pecan Month, a time to celebrate the state’s official health nut, tree and pie. But this year’s celebration comes amid a tough growing season for Texas pecan [...]
Several new Texas laws go into effect Sept. 1
By Julie Tomascik Editor Several new laws that were passed during the 88th Texas Legislature go into effect Sept. [...]
Drought may impact teal availability this season
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Teal hunting season in Texas opens Sept. 9, and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department [...]
New WOTUS rule announced by Biden administration
A new Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule was announced this week by the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. [...]
APHIS report shows COVID virus likely spread widely in deer
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter After testing thousands of free-ranging white-tailed deer in the United States, the U.S. Department [...]
Texas receives $1.4 million in specialty crop grant funding
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded over $1.4 million in Specialty Crop Block Grant Program funding to Texas. [...]
High prices, consumer demand spark cattle ranchers’ optimism
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Continued demand for beef and tightened supplies due to drought are expected to push cattle [...]
AFBF provides testimony during Federal Milk Marketing Order hearing
The hearing to consider changes to the Federal Milk Marketing Order is underway in Indiana and expected to last several [...]
USDA announces $667 million in ReConnect funding
Another round of funding for high-speed internet projects was announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) this month. [...]