USDA to host three roundtables in South Texas
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will host three roundtable discussions in South Texas this month. The meetings are organized by USDA’s Office of the Secretary and Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement. State [...]
FDA implemented changes for use of beef cattle implants
By Shelby Shank Field Editor New guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Veterinary Medicine redefines [...]
TFB Clover Cash grant applications open to 4-H clubs, programs
By Julie Tomascik Editor Applications are now open for Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) 2023 Clover Cash Grant Program, which [...]
HPAI cases lower, strict precautions continue
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist There have been fewer cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) across the country this [...]
Mexico imposes 50% tariff on white corn imports
Mexico on Saturday, June 24, imposed a 50% tariff on white corn imports. The tariff is expected to remain in [...]
Panhandle weather a mixed bag this year
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Farmers and ranchers have had to adjust to above-average rainfall in the Texas Panhandle. Although [...]
Livestock antibiotics now require veterinary prescription
By Julie Tomascik Editor Antibiotics that were available over the counter now require a veterinary prescription. The rule change [...]
First vaccine against African swine fever nears approval
Vaccines against African swine fever are close to approval in Vietnam. U.S. and global officials say the approval would be [...]
Texas students can ‘Farm From School’ with TFB in fall 2023
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist This fall, kindergarten through fifth grade students across Texas can once again virtually visit [...]