Challenges in turkey production could impact holiday prices
Shoppers preparing for upcoming fall holidays, including Thanksgiving, should brace for higher turkey prices this year. New analysis from the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) Market Intel series says economic factors, as well as disease [...]
Understanding the risks of cyberattacks on the farm
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist With the click of a mouse, a cyberattack can put all your farm, ranch and [...]
Dairy innovations have positive impact on environment
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Advancements in the dairy industry are increasing dairy farm efficiency and having a positive environmental [...]
USDA makes changes to Annual Forage Insurance Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is modifying the Annual Forage Insurance Program to make it more sustainable and to [...]
Farmers, ranchers optimistic for 2023 hay crop
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Hay season is underway, and some Texas farmers and ranchers are optimistic for a [...]
TFB to host workshop for agricultural science teachers
By Julie Tomascik Editor Agricultural science teachers can learn from industry experts and add to their classroom resources through [...]
AFBF highlights farm bill needs to Senate Ag subcommittee
The farm safety net is crucial to help farmers and ranchers manage risk. In a committee hearing held May 2, [...]
TDA accepting applications for Family Land Heritage program
Texas farmers and ranchers who have kept their land in continuous agricultural production for at least 100 years are [...]
Apply for TFB Young Farmer & Rancher contests by Aug. 4
By Julie Tomascik Editor The applications for the Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) 2023 Outstanding Young Farmer & Rancher (YF&R) and [...]