Proposed WOTUS rule brings certainty to farmers, ranchers
Farmers and ranchers need rules that clearly define federal jurisdiction of Waters of the United States (WOTUS). The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) this week submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and [...]
Grow ag literacy in the classroom with this free TFB program
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas teachers have more opportunities to grow agricultural literacy in the classroom with help from Texas [...]
Ranchers should prepare now for 2023 animal antibiotic guidelines
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released new antibiotic guidance pertaining to animal drugs containing medically-important antimicrobials for use [...]
USDA expands conservation program opportunities
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced several new and expanded opportunities for climate smart [...]
Farmers, ranchers adapt businesses during COVID-19
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor In January 2020, reports of a mysterious deadly disease began making international headlines. By March, [...]
Foundation for Agriculture publishes accurate ag book
The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture presented its 15th “Book of the Year” award to author Kiki Thorpe for [...]
TFB recognized for member programs, achievement
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) was recognized by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) for member programs [...]
Texas AG says Texas Central can’t use eminent domain
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor In the latest development in an ongoing eminent domain dispute, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton [...]
New poll shows reduced stigma around farmer mental health
Farmers and people in rural areas are more comfortable talking about stress and mental health challenges with others. The stigma [...]