Neurologic form of EHV confirmed in Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM), the neurologic disease linked to equine herpes virus (EHV-1), in a Texas Quarter Horse on Nov. 18. [...]
Labor challenges increase farm economy pressures
Labor demands continue to tax the bottom lines of farmers and ranchers, with rising wage rates and record usage [...]
TPWD proposes potential changes to Texas hunting regulations
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) gave the public a brief preview of potential [...]
Trade talks ongoing between U.S., Mexico over corn
U.S. government leaders are negotiating with Mexico regarding an upcoming ban on biotech crops. The issue stems from a [...]
Drought, other factors reduce pheasant numbers
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Pheasant hunting will likely be more challenging for Texas hunters this year. The season opens [...]
TFB’s AgLead tours Texas Panhandle agriculture
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Members of Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) AgLead XV class toured farms, ranches and agricultural businesses [...]
House votes to pass rail legislation, mandates sick time
The U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass legislation Wednesday averting a nationwide rail strike. The bill to impose [...]
Preventing hearing loss for farmers, ranchers
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Farmers and ranchers are frequently exposed to loud noises from equipment, which can lead to [...]
CWD detected at high fence release site in Kaufman County
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) was detected on a high fence release site in Kaufman County. This is the first [...]