Report shows increase in Texas, U.S. hemp production
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Industrial hemp production is on the rise in Texas and across the country, according to the National Hemp Report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The 2024 [...]
AFBF, John Deere sign right to repair MOU
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) and John Deere signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) [...]
USDA proposes revisions to red meat grading procedures
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking comments on its procedures related to the use [...]
TFB recognized for member programs, achievements
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) was recognized by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) for member [...]
EmGenisys, Inc. named runner-up in Ag Innovation Challenge
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist A Texas startup, EmGenisys Inc., was named runner-up in the national Ag Innovation Challenge, [...]
Risk management tools need to be a farm bill priority
In a time of volatility, managing risk remains a priority for farmers and ranchers, and new analysis from the American [...]
FMCSA denied extended trucking hours for agriculture
The Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) denied an exemption from hours-of-service rules for drivers transporting [...]
TWDB ag water conservation grant applications open
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is now accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2023 Agricultural Water Conservation Grants. The [...]
New AFBF report outlines dairy reform priorities
A new report compiled by the American Farm Bureau Federation lays out priorities, principles and recommendations for dairy policy [...]