EPA issues guidance to reduce DEF shutdowns
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter To keep farmers in the field and trucks on the road while protecting the environment, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued guidance to engine and equipment manufacturers that will [...]
Texas Brigades offers learning opportunities for youth
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas youth interested in wildlife and natural resources can participate in the Texas Brigades summer camps. [...]
Farmers, ranchers focus on agricultural safety
Texas farmers and ranchers set their sights on ag safety throughout the year, but additional emphasis is being placed on [...]
John Deere opens new innovation hub in Austin
Deere & Company opened a new office in Austin, expanding its U.S. footprint and technology operations. The new location will [...]
Vampire bats could move into Texas
Vampire bats are mainly found in Mexico and Central and South America, but their habitat has been expanding north into [...]
AgLead participants tour Rio Grande Valley
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas Farm Bureau’s AgLead XV class returned home with new connections and fresh perspectives from a [...]
Farm bill discussions underway on Capitol Hill
Conversations are underway regarding the next farm bill—both on Capitol Hill and across farm country. “Some of the conversations beginning [...]
Drought continues to take its toll on Texas wheat crop
By Julie Tomascik Editor Winter wheat conditions are not improving for much of the state, according to the latest crop [...]
USDA to survey certified organic farmers, ranchers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is conducting the 2021 Organic Survey to gather new [...]