Voter registration deadline nears for Nov. 4 election
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Texans will soon have the opportunity to weigh in on major statewide issues during the Nov. 4 election. At the top of every ballot are 17 constitutional amendments, including proposals [...]
Americans say summer cookouts must include hot dogs
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor Most Americans say summer cookouts are not complete without the sizzle of hot dogs hitting [...]
USDA predicts record-breaking farm exports in 2021
Fiscal year (FY) 2021 is expected to be a good year for U.S. farm exports, according to the U.S. Department [...]
JBS getting back online after cyberattack
JBS, one of the world’s largest meatpackers, was hit by a cyberattack over the weekend, which forced the shutdown of [...]
Abbott issues disaster declaration over border crisis
Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration Tuesday in 34 counties along Texas' southern border in response to the increase [...]
Pandemic insurance premiums for cover crops
Farmers and ranchers who have coverage under most crop insurance policies are eligible for a premium benefit from the U.S. [...]
U.S. challenges Canada’s dairy quotas under USMCA
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor Just days after a meeting between the three North American countries to discuss issues regarding [...]
Farm Bureau health plans approved by Texas Legislature
A bill allowing Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) to use its statewide infrastructure to provide health plans to members is on [...]
Texas peach crop off to a good start for 2021
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor Although February’s winter storm had Texas peach farmers concerned, both the quality and quantity of [...]