Rollins discusses plans to help farmers, improve farm economy
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has made five key commitments to U.S. farmers intended to improve agriculture and the farm economy. “First, we want to continue to deregulate and [...]
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 [...]