USDA to begin disbursing $10 billion through ECAP
By Julie Tomascik Editor The $10 billion in Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) funds are being released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The economic assistance payments are for farmers who grow corn, [...]
Sorghum, corn show potential for late season planting success
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist An abundance of rain closed the window to plant cotton, but other crops still have [...]
Vesicular stomatitis detected in Kinney County horses
Vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) was confirmed in horses on a Kinney County premises on June 21. The National Veterinary Services [...]
Anthrax confirmed on Uvalde County premises
The first anthrax case of the year was confirmed in one captive antelope on a premises in Uvalde County on [...]
USDA announces feral swine control pilot program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced $75 million in funding is available for the eradication and control of feral [...]
‘Farm Bureau Roundup’ celebrates 65 years on air
By Gary Joiner TFB Radio Network Manager Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) original radio offering, Farm Bureau Roundup, celebrated 65 years [...]
Drones, data could help monitor cattle health
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Instead of saddling the horse or starting up a vehicle, cowboys of the future may [...]
Grilling, food safety a high priority during summer
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Grilling safety and food safety should remain a priority this summer. One of the biggest [...]
Full broadband implementation could increase ag production
A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows full implementation of rural broadband could increase farm and [...]