TFB urges vigilance as screwworm threat nears Texas
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) called for sustained vigilance and strong agency coordination this week as state lawmakers received an update on the threat of New World screwworm. During a joint hearing [...]
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 [...]
Study shows deer can contract, spread COVID-19 virus
After SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) was first documented in wild deer populations in 2021, researchers at Texas A&M University’s College of Veterinary [...]
Four Texans appointed to serve on Cattlemen’s Beef Board
Julie Tomascik Editor Four Texans are among the 35 members set to serve new terms on the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion [...]