Mexico falls behind on water deliveries, Texas lawmakers push for retaliation
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Once again, Mexico has missed its water delivery obligations to the United States, reigniting frustration across South Texas and prompting new legislation from lawmakers. Under the 1944 Water Treaty, Mexico [...]
Innovation, climate influence crop insurance
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor Crop insurance changes throughout the years reflect a variety of influences from agricultural innovations, the [...]
Study shows manure improves pasture soil health
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor Researchers found that soil in semi-arid regions like the Texas Southern High Plains can be [...]
Brush piles can be beneficial for wildlife
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor When clearing brush from land, allowing small brush piles to remain in place for a [...]
Farm Bureau hosts 2021 County Leader Week
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor The American Farm Bureau Federation is hosting County Leader Week April 19-23 to strengthen the [...]
Ag Foundation announces new educator grants
The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture announced educator resource grants honoring the work of long-time AFBF staff member and [...]
USDA announces specialty crop grants, fruit and vegetable incentives
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the availability of more than $330 million to help farmers, ranchers and organizations in [...]
Groundwater bill passes Texas Senate, heads to House
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor A bill strengthening groundwater rights is headed to the Texas House for consideration after being [...]
Video helps farmers, ranchers create emergency action plan
By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor A new video aims to help farmers and ranchers prepare an emergency action plan for [...]