Weather uncertainty, global markets shape 2026 planting outlook
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas row crop farmers are heading into planting season navigating early weather uncertainty, shifting price relationships in major commodities and ongoing economic pressure from high input costs. The drier start [...]
Preventing wildfires in Texas during hunting season
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Despite recent rains, the risk for wildfire remains across much of Texas. To prevent future [...]
Farmers can enroll in ARC, PLC programs for 2023 crop year
Farmers can now change election and enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage programs for the 2023 crop [...]
Relief fund established for Florida farmers, ranchers
Hurricane Ian caused significant damage to Florida when it hit the state in late September. The category 4 hurricane [...]
Dairy farmers can enroll in 2023 Dairy Margin Coverage
Dairy farmers can now enroll for 2023 coverage through the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program, an important safety net program [...]
Dry conditions increase risk of wildfires in Texas
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist There are over 138 counties in Texas under a burn ban, as of mid-October. Although [...]
Young farmers, ranchers tour Panhandle ag on Fall Tour
By Julie Tomascik Editor A look at farms, feedyards, a cotton gin and more were part of the 2022 [...]
Study shows impact of Mexico’s proposed ban on biotech corn
Mexico’s government issued a decree to ban genetically modified (GM) and corn by 2024. That would lead to significant economic [...]
Fewer hay cuttings, higher prices due to drought
By Tom Nicolette Senior Network Producer Hay production in Texas is down significantly due to the ongoing drought conditions. Scott [...]