First New World screwworm case confirmed in Texas wildlife
By Julie Tomascik Editor The first case of New World screwworm (NWS) in U.S. wildlife has been confirmed in a hunter-harvested elk in Pecos County, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The female [...]
GLO, Texas A&M, TFB partner to support next generation of farmers
By Julie Tomascik Editor A new partnership aims to connect the next generation of Texas farmers and ranchers with land, [...]
World Cotton Day highlights cotton’s impact
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Cotton plays an important role in Texas and national economies, and World Cotton Day celebrates [...]
Trump signs order that expands access to tax-exempt diesel
By Julie Tomascik Editor Farmers, ranchers and truckers will have temporary access to tax-exempt dyed diesel for highway use [...]
Students discuss ag issues during 2026 SOFA Challenge
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Four high school students were recognized by the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo and [...]
Farmers call for federal diesel price relief
Record-high diesel prices are adding to farmers’ expenses and prompted the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) to call for immediate [...]
Citrus harvest set to begin after hot, dry summer
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Despite a hot, dry summer, citrus growers in the Rio Grande Valley are preparing for [...]
Invasive pests threaten Texas agriculture
By Julie Tomascik Editor Invasive pests are damaging Texas crops, pastures and livestock, and those growing threats are prompting calls [...]
Higher diesel prices add to Texas farmers’ costs
By Julie Tomascik Editor Rising diesel prices are adding another expense to already tight farm budgets. The national average on-highway [...]