Texas farmers can’t afford rising fertilizer costs
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas farmers are feeling the strain as fertilizer prices, along with other production inputs, continue to rise. And a new survey shows that many farmers can’t afford to purchase enough fertilizer [...]
Supply chain complications difficult to untangle
The supply chain and shipping are major areas of concern right now for both consumers and farmers and ranchers. The [...]
Young farmers, ranchers grow through AFBF conference
By Julie Tomascik Editor A group of young farmers and ranchers returned from the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) Conference [...]
AFBF urges Biden to increase domestic energy production
The price Americans pay at the pump for fuel continues to climb, and energy production supply disruptions are expected to [...]
Global food prices climb to record high in February
Global food prices reached a record high in February. Increases in vegetable oil and dairy, as well as higher costs [...]
Smith County Farm Bureau hosts Food Connection event
By Julie Tomascik Editor Smith County Farm Bureau leaders once again volunteered their time at King’s Storehouse Food Bank in [...]
Texas Beef Council annual report highlights successes
Texas Beef Council (TBC) published its 2021 annual report detailing key state and national beef checkoff program results, revenues and [...]
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 [...]