Drought, wind and low prices challenge West Texas cotton farmer
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Cotton farmer Josh Tunnell of Lenorah is hoping for rain and relief from years of unrelenting drought. This season, Tunnell planted 1,300 acres of cotton, but his crop is already [...]
Farm Bureau’s legislative wins secure strong future for ag
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas lawmakers approved several bills during the 89th legislative regular session that will impact farmers, ranchers [...]
Feral hogs cost U.S. ag over $1.6 billion in annual losses
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Feral hogs continue to run rampant across 13 states, including Texas, causing more than $1.6 [...]
Favorable pasture conditions across Lone Star State
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Timely spring rains across much of Texas have led to favorable pasture and rangeland conditions [...]
APHIS to host New World screwworm listening sessions
New World screwworm (NWS) listening sessions will be held in late June and early July to solicit input from stakeholders [...]
Alfalfa grows in dry, arid climate of Far West Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor In the high desert heat of Far West Texas, where cotton stretches white across [...]
USDA to combat screwworm with Texas sterile insect facility
By Julie Tomascik Editor A critical line of defense against the New World screwworm is coming soon to the Rio [...]
U.S. ag trade deficit widens, headed to record levels
The U.S. agricultural trade deficit is widening in 2025, driven by shifting global trade dynamics and rising import demand. The [...]
TFB Summer Conference covers livestock issues, farm bill
By Julie Tomascik Editor Livestock issues, the farm bill, taxes and trade were among the topics highlighted during the Texas [...]