Helpful tips to prevent snake encounters this spring
By Shelby Shank Field Editor With warmer temperatures on the horizon, snakes are becoming more active across Texas, increasing the chances of human encounters. Experts advise residents to take precautions to minimize negative interactions with [...]
One field, bountiful blessings in Dalhart
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter A farmers’ generosity, a close-knit community and hard work has led to two harvests and [...]
4-H Council talks ag issues with Texas Farm Bureau
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor Members of the Texas 4-H Council recently visited Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) headquarters to talk [...]
Bill to increase ag inspectors at U.S. border passes Senate
In a move to increase security of the American food supply, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bill last week [...]
Hemp production rule announced
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Tuesday, Oct. 29, announced the regulations and guidelines for domestic industrial hemp production, [...]
Saving Working Lands workshop set for Nov. 14
West Texas landowners are invited to attend a free landowner workshop co-hosted by Texas Agricultural Land Trust (TALT) and Borderlands [...]
Chobani releases limited-edition flavor to support dairy farmers
Greek yogurt maker Chobani has released a limited-edition flavor, Milk & Cookies, to help support American dairy farmers. Milk & [...]
Pork, food groups fund African swine fever research teams
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor As African swine fever (ASF) continues to spread across Asia, the Foundation for Food and [...]
Tomato plants may host genes that accelerate crop breeding
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor Researchers at the University of Cambridge say they’ve discovered a family of “jumping genes” in [...]