New rootstock technology fights against citrus greening disease
By Shelby Shank Field Editor A new gene-edited citrus rootstock could offer growers relief in the fight against citrus greening. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently approved CarriCea T1, a rootstock developed by [...]
Eradication program successfully eliminates boll weevils
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Boll weevils’ hunger for cotton led to one of the most successful public-private partnerships [...]
Heat, drought impacts Texas pumpkin yields
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas pumpkin yields are well below average due to excessive heat and drought experienced [...]
Texans to vote on 14 constitutional amendments
Texans will decide the fate of 14 constitutional amendments this November. The propositions cover many topics, including the right to [...]
Nominate areas of Texas experiencing vet shortages
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) is accepting nominations for geographic areas of Texas experiencing a shortage of veterinarians that [...]
Soybean industry impacts U.S., Texas economies
A new study released this year shows the value and impact of the American soybean industry. The 33-page study, [...]
USDA to continue cattle contracts library pilot program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will continue the Cattle Contracts Library Pilot Program in its present form in order [...]
Texas Farm Bureau names 2023 Clover Cash grant recipients
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) awarded $20,000 in grants to help 4-H programs engage students and [...]
TPWD proposes statewide deer carcass disposal rule
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is accepting comments on a proposed rule [...]