El Niño could develop later this year
By Shelby Shank Field Editor A shift in weather patterns could take shape later this year as La Niña weakens and El Niño develops. The National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center (CPC) reported below-average sea [...]
Texas lawmakers prioritize rural broadband initiatives
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Broadband is no longer a luxury. It’s a necessity, and it’s one that many [...]
Global prospects for U.S. agricultural trade in 2023
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Gregg Doud, vice president of Global Situational Awareness and chief economist for Aimpoint Research, gave [...]
First 2023 House Ag Committee hearing focuses on ag challenges
The U.S. House Ag Committee held its first hearing of the new congressional year on Feb. 28. During the [...]
USDA announces CRP signup open through April 7
Farmers, ranchers and private landowners can apply for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General signup through April 7, 2023. CRP [...]
Farm bill listening session set for March 15, Waco
By Julie Tomascik Editor The U.S. House Agriculture Committee will host a farm bill listening session at 2 p.m. Wednesday, [...]
USDA to launch new Rice Production Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) previewed plans to provide up to $250 million in assistance to rice farmers and [...]
Comprehensive black bear study underway in Texas
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The Borderlands Research Institute (BRI) at Sul Ross State University is working with landowners [...]
Feral hogs root up crops on Texas farms
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Garrett Spigner has been farming for a majority of his life. He grows a variety [...]