FMMO reforms took effect on June 1
After several years of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) engagements with the dairy industry, changes to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMO) took effect on June 1. The FMMO structure, according to American Farm Bureau [...]
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 [...]
Resurvey of planted acres to provide clearer crop estimates
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will resurvey farmers to provide a more accurate estimate of the crop size and [...]
TAHC provides Texas anthrax update
Since June 19, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) has received confirmation of three additional anthrax cases in the area [...]