Texas wheat harvest sees mixed yields
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Wheat harvest is wrapping up across the Lone Star State but not without its share of challenges. “We’re probably right in there about where we always are,” said Cade Wyatt, [...]
Texas expects dry, challenging spring
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Drought conditions will likely strengthen this spring as Texas faces rising temperatures and below-average precipitation, [...]
Crabapple Fire burns over 9,800 acres near Fredericksburg
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The Crabapple Fire—fueled by extreme drought conditions, high winds and low humidity—burned 9,858 acres [...]
Bill would strengthen ag finance programs in Texas
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas agriculture continues to face financial challenges that threaten the livelihoods of farmers and ranchers across [...]
Helpful tips to prevent snake encounters this spring
By Shelby Shank Field Editor With warmer temperatures on the horizon, snakes are becoming more active across Texas, increasing the [...]
Floods devastate Rio Grande Valley fields, crops
By Julie Tomascik Editor Relentless rain pummeled the Rio Grande Valley late last week, leaving thousands of acres of farmland [...]
Disaster declaration issued for RGV flooding
By Julie Tomascik Editor Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for four counties in the Rio Grande Valley [...]
Texas students learn about pickles through Farm From School
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Big jars, crunchy bites and a salty-sour kick—Texas students learned about pickles through Texas Farm [...]
USDA urged to ramp up efforts against New World screwworm
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter A bipartisan group of lawmakers, including 25 from Texas, is urging the U.S. Department of [...]