Medina County Farm Bureau donates over 1,000 pounds of pork
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Medina County Farm Bureau donated 1,093 pounds of pork to three community organizations as part of the statewide Farmers Feeding Families program. The county organization purchased 10 pigs from [...]
USDA updates Whole-Farm Revenue Protection program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is improving two of its most comprehensive risk management safety net programs, Whole-Farm Revenue [...]
Forest Service urges Texans to use caution, prevent wildfires
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Despite recent rainfall, the majority of Texas remains under a drought and at risk for [...]
USDA funds $500 million for next generation leaders
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced up to $550 million in funding to support projects that enable underserved producers [...]
Ag education seniors can apply for student teaching scholarships
By Emmy PowellCommunications SpecialistCollege students pursuing a degree in agricultural education and preparing to student teach in spring 2023 can [...]
Tips to improve Texas hunter safety, reduce accidents
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Last year, hunting related accidents in Texas hit an all-time low, and the Texas Parks [...]
Program helps grow rural communities through nonprofits
By Julie TomascikEditorTexas farmers once again have the opportunity to donate $5,000 to a local nonprofit organization, school or youth [...]
USDA releases first projection for 2023 ag exports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the quarterly Outlook for U.S. Agricultural Trade this week. USDA’s Economic Research Service [...]
Mineral intake important for grazing beef cattle in summer
By Emmy PowellCommunications SpecialistMineral intake is an important aspect of ensuring nutrition is maintained in grazing beef cattle herds.Minerals and [...]