USDA launches New World screwworm website
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) launched a New World screwworm (NWS) website that centralizes information available across the federal government. The site, USDA said, reflects the whole-of-government effort to fight this pest through implementation [...]
Coalition calls for Congress to expand broadband access
Congress and the Trump administration must act now to enact groundbreaking broadband connectivity legislation that includes the necessary resources to [...]
Veterinary students encouraged to apply for TFB assistance
By Julie Tomascik Editor Veterinary students with an interest in food animal species are encouraged to apply for financial assistance [...]
Farmers urge Congress to pass Small Business Expense Protection Act
Farmers, ranchers and other small business owners are calling on Congress to approve the Small Business Expense Protection Act (S [...]
U.S. rice cautiously optimistic about Chinese purchases
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor Although U.S. rice farmers are still waiting for China to begin importing their product, the [...]
Texas cotton conditions: Dry and hot, but few insects
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor According to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Integrated Pest Management (IPM) agents across the state, [...]
Webinar addresses issues in cattle industry
Texas cattlemen and women had the opportunity to hear about the current state of the cattle economy from U.S. Department [...]
Youth ag leadership still shines at Texas FFA convention
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s annual Texas FFA convention looked different from previous [...]
Additional commodities eligible for CFAP funds
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced an initial list of additional commodities that have been added to the Coronavirus Food [...]