USDA launches crop disaster relief program for 2023-24 losses
Farmers who suffered losses to their crops due to natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 can begin applying for$16 billion in disaster aid payments through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP). The program, which was [...]
Farm Bureau’s legislative wins secure strong future for ag
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas lawmakers approved several bills during the 89th legislative regular session that will impact farmers, ranchers [...]
Feral hogs cost U.S. ag over $1.6 billion in annual losses
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Feral hogs continue to run rampant across 13 states, including Texas, causing more than $1.6 [...]
Favorable pasture conditions across Lone Star State
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Timely spring rains across much of Texas have led to favorable pasture and rangeland conditions [...]
APHIS to host New World screwworm listening sessions
New World screwworm (NWS) listening sessions will be held in late June and early July to solicit input from stakeholders [...]
Alfalfa grows in dry, arid climate of Far West Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor In the high desert heat of Far West Texas, where cotton stretches white across [...]
USDA to combat screwworm with Texas sterile insect facility
By Julie Tomascik Editor A critical line of defense against the New World screwworm is coming soon to the Rio [...]
U.S. ag trade deficit widens, headed to record levels
The U.S. agricultural trade deficit is widening in 2025, driven by shifting global trade dynamics and rising import demand. The [...]
TFB Summer Conference covers livestock issues, farm bill
By Julie Tomascik Editor Livestock issues, the farm bill, taxes and trade were among the topics highlighted during the Texas [...]