Low inventory leads to uncertainty in cattle markets
A pair of recent market reports paint a picture of cattle on feed supplies remaining steady even as cash cattle prices moved higher. Bernt Nelson, an economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), says the Cattle [...]
Stay prepared during hurricane season
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist As hurricane season continues, officials urge Texans to make emergency and disaster preparations. “It’s vital [...]
U.S. House committee passes farmer bankruptcy bill
The House Judiciary Committee on July 11 passed a bill that will help more family farmers avoid liquidation or foreclosure, [...]
TSSWCB receives $150 million for flood control projects
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) is set to receive funding to repair [...]
TFB president talks trade, ag issues with Congress
By Julie Tomascik Editor Trade, immigration and the tax extender package were among the topics Texas Farm Bureau President Russell [...]
Deadline to report spring-seeded crops is July 15
Texas farmers have until July 15 to report spring-seeded crops to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency [...]
Warm weather brings about animal health issues
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) is monitoring a number of animal health risks as [...]
Fresh produce requires proper handling
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist The summer season is a busy time for outdoor farmers markets, which means plenty of [...]
Program sets standards for fertilizer application
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Protecting the environment remains a priority for farmers during planting, growing and harvesting seasons. Fertilizer [...]