Dry conditions tighten hay supplies across Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Persistent dry conditions across much of the state and limited rainfall in the forecast have ranchers concerned about hay supplies, grazing conditions and forage production this year. Many ranchers like [...]
AFBF urges Congress to work together to avoid shutdown
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter As the nation approaches the deadline for Congress to fund the government past Sept. 30, [...]
Students discuss ag issues during 2025 SOFA Challenge
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Four high school students were recognized by the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo [...]
USDA issuing second economic assistance payments to farmers
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Additional help is on the way for U.S. farmers impacted by economic pressures like high [...]
HPAI detections slow, but fall migration increases risks
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Since February 2022, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has affected nearly 175 million poultry [...]
TFB campaign seminar offers support, tools for candidates
Texans interested in running for political office attended Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) Campaign Seminar to learn the mechanics of successful [...]
Farmers caught in perfect storm of economic challenges
Farmers, particularly those growing grain crops, are struggling economically due to a number of key challenges. Sam Kieffer, vice president of [...]
Students learn about farm equipment through TFB’s Farm From School
Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Texas students in sixth through twelfth grade recently learned about farm equipment and the technology [...]
Poured to last: Concrete troughs built by ranchers, for ranchers
By Shelby Shank Field Editor You could say the foundation was set in concrete. What started as a weekend [...]