West Texans address pressing issues at legislative summit
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Agriculture was on the agenda at this year’s West Texas Legislative Summit, an annual event focused on the challenges and opportunities shaping the region’s future. “Agriculture is a major economic [...]
Texas Tech researches grazing for cattle while saving water
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter New research out of Texas Tech University reveals there may be a way for cattlemen [...]
USDA 2019 organic survey to get underway
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will mail letters with survey codes this December to [...]
MFP enrollment ends Dec. 6
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Market Facilitation Program (MFP) 2019 enrollment period ends Friday, Dec. 6. The program, now [...]
Stress, mental health resources available for rural residents
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Increasing farm bankruptcies, a volatile trade environment and low commodity prices has prompted the American [...]
FDA guidance to bring antibiotics under vet oversight
By Julie Tomascik Editor Each year brings new changes and new regulations. And next year’s changes could include more veterinary [...]
Apply for sheep shearing school by Dec. 6
The deadline is approaching for the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service sheep shearing school. Applications must be submitted by Dec. [...]
Young farmers, ranchers win district awards
Young farmers and ranchers are cultivating a bright future for Texas agriculture. This year’s Outstanding Young Farmer & Rancher (YF&R) [...]
USDA announces funding to control feral swine in Texas
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is awarding more than $1.4 million to fund three pilot projects to control feral [...]