USDA launches program to support small, mid-size beef processors
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is launching a new $500 million program aimed at helping small- and mid-size beef processors continue operating during a period of historically tight cattle supplies and record-high cattle [...]
TFB opens doors to agriculture at Fort Worth Stock Show
By Emmy Powell Communication Specialist Students and teachers experienced agriculture firsthand at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo through [...]
USDA announces aid payments for specialty crop growers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced one-time bridge payments for specialty crop growers. The agency is providing $1 [...]
House Ag Committee releases new farm bill text
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Republicans on the U.S. House Ag Committee are preparing to move forward on the farm bill. Friday, [...]
Bipartisan resolution honors women’s role in agriculture
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist The U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan resolution recognizing 2026 as the International Year of the [...]
USDA opens general, continuous CRP signup for 2026
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) launched the 2026 enrollment periods for the Conservation Reserve Program under both the General [...]
Applications open for ag water conservation grants
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Applications for the Texas Water Development Board’s (TWDB) 2026 Agricultural Water Conservation Grants are open [...]
USDA gearing up for next Census of Agriculture
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Texas farmers and ranchers will soon receive a survey in the mail from the U.S. [...]
EPA clarifies Clean Air Act to support farmers’ equipment repairs
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently issued new guidance clarifying that the Clean Air [...]