Disaster, dairy, on-farm storage program signups underway
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Disaster relief is available for U.S. farmers and ranchers who suffered losses in 2023 and 2024 due to natural disasters like wildfires and drought. More than $16 billion has been [...]
‘Deep in the Heart’ celebrates Texas wildlife, urges conservation
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter From the mysterious blind catfish to endangered ocelots and the elusive mountain lion, the new [...]
Study shows sleep deprivation among farmers, ranchers
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Farmers and ranchers lose about 30 minutes of sleep during their busy seasons, according to [...]
Governor Abbott issues drought declaration for Texas
The ongoing drought across much of Texas prompted Governor Greg Abbott to announce a disaster declaration for 189 counties. [...]
Farmer sentiment remains weak, Purdue survey says
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist The Purdue/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer showed farmer sentiment remained weak in June, falling two [...]
Dumas to welcome hemp processing plant in 2023
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist A hemp processing plant will be coming to the Caprock, with a goal of [...]
Safety is important when using ATVs and UTVs
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Many Texans have been injured or killed in accidents involving all-terrain and utility task vehicles [...]
Agencies commit to Monarch butterfly, pollinator conservation
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Two federal agencies have promised new efforts to conserve monarch butterflies and other pollinators following [...]
Study finds cattle stress levels may decrease when fed hemp
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Feeding cattle industrial hemp may reduce stress levels, according to a study published this year [...]