Benavidez to serve as USDA chief economist
By Julie Tomascik Editor A Texan was appointed to serve as chief economist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Dr. Justin Benavidez was named to the position this week, succeeding Dr. Seth Meyer, [...]
Vilsack outlines priorities in Senate committee hearing
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor This week, former Obama-era U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack testified before a Senate committee [...]
Congressional leaders visit Texas farms, ranches
By Julie Tomascik Editor Many times, Congressional leaders and farmers can seem miles apart, but farmers and ranchers are working [...]
The Patriot stock show held during pandemic
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor This is the time of year when many stock show families are headed to Fort [...]
TFB hosts media tour to discuss national issues
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) President Russell Boening discussed recent Executive Orders on climate and other policy priorities and appointments of [...]
Tips for selecting replacement heifers
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor Replacement heifer development is a major investment for any cow-calf operation, impacting the rancher’s bottom [...]
Farmers have new option for corn rootworm control
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor Damaging corn rootworms are an issue in many parts of Texas, causing thousands of dollars [...]
Declining water sources focus of virtual summit
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor Almost a year after the originally scheduled in-person event was cancelled by the ongoing COVID-19 [...]
February is Lamb Lovers Month
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor It may be the shortest month of the year, but February holds its own when [...]