Trump signs executive order promoting regenerative agriculture
An executive order signed by President Donald Trump directs federal agencies to expand regenerative agriculture, accelerate precision agriculture technologies and streamline approval of new agricultural innovations. Trump signed the executive order on June 25 during [...]
USDA seeking comments on foreign farmland reporting standards
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking public input on potential changes to how foreign ownership of agricultural land [...]
Cross-laminated timber offers new opportunities for Texas forestry
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is an emerging building material that could open new opportunities for Texas’ [...]
Proposed WOTUS rule brings certainty to farmers, ranchers
Farmers and ranchers need rules that clearly define federal jurisdiction of Waters of the United States (WOTUS). The American [...]
Disaster, dairy, on-farm storage program signups underway
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Disaster relief is available for U.S. farmers and ranchers who suffered losses in 2023 and [...]
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 [...]
TFB scholarship open for rural veterinary students
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Texas ranchers depend on veterinarians who understand the demands of animal care and rural practice. [...]
Texans to compete at 2026 American Farm Bureau Convention
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Several young farmers and ranchers from Texas will compete in the 2026 American Farm Bureau [...]
Screwworm threat adds new concern to Texas’ feral hog problem
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist An invasive species that already costs Texas billions each year is now tied to [...]