Fourth graders learn about ag with Clay County Farm Bureau
By Julie Tomascik Editor Clay County Farm Bureau opened the farm gate to more than 125 fourth graders for hands-on lessons about agriculture during the organization’s 19th annual Ag Day. Students from the four schools [...]
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 [...]
China behind on phase one commitments, but closing the gap
The U.S. Census Bureau recently released new data for the first four months of 2021 regarding trade with China. That [...]
Argentina temporarily bans beef exports
Argentina recently implemented a 30-day ban on beef exports. The ban is not uncommon for Argentina, which often uses agriculture [...]
Eminent domain reform passes Texas Legislature
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor Private property rights advocates are celebrating a key victory after HB 2730 passed the Texas [...]