Answering the call: Memphis farmer serves as volunteer firefighter
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The call can come at any moment. Zack Altman might be miles from town on a tractor plowing a field or hauling hay, but when the pager goes off, [...]
TFB’s Doorways to Agriculture exhibit at fairs, events this year
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Consumers of all ages are invited to explore the world of Texas agriculture at [...]
Texas wheat farmers prepare for Hessian fly threat
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Hessian fly infestations are a concern for many wheat farmers. “The worst part about [...]
Vilsack touts domestic fertilizer investments, conservation programs
By Julie Tomascik Editor Diversifying income streams and protecting the country’s natural resources can go hand-in-hand, U.S. Secretary of [...]
Annual oral rabies vaccine airdrop marks 30 years
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The Oral Rabies Vaccination Program (ORVP) by the Texas Department of State Health Services [...]
USDA launches remote grading pilot program for beef
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) launched a pilot program to allow more cattle producers and meat processors to access [...]
Bipartisan bill introduced to help border farmers with repairs
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist A bipartisan bill was introduced to help farmers and ranchers along the border repair damages [...]
Keeping cattle lice under control in the winter
Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Cattle lice thrive in winter weather. It is a common pest that can bite into ranchers’ [...]
TFB recognized for 2023 member programs, achievements
By Julie Tomascik Editor Engaging with membership and creating innovative programs helped Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) receive national recognition [...]