Tyson to close Nebraska plant, slow production at Amarillo plant
Tyson Foods announced plans to close its beef processing plant in Lexington, Nebraska, as well as convert its beef facility in Amarillo into a “single, full-capacity shift.” The announcement comes after the meatpacker reportedly suffered [...]
Texans appointed to USDA positions
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Two Texans were sworn into positions with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) this month. [...]
Bird population, habitat point to positive dove season
By Gary Joiner TFB Radio Network Manager There should be birds aplenty for Texas hunters for the opening of dove [...]
‘A Berry Good Project’ available from Feeding Minds Press
A Berry Good Project, a free downloadable book geared toward third- to fifth-grade students, is now available from Feeding Minds [...]
Tractor, combine sales declining
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Economic uncertainty, trade tensions with China and adverse weather conditions are taking their toll on [...]
Texas vegetable grower faces challenges
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor A man leans against a dusty pickup truck, surveying the field before him. A full [...]
Hunting, fishing licenses on sale
All current hunting and fishing licenses, except the year-to-date fishing license, expire at the end of August, and new licenses [...]
Late summer drought hurts Texas pecan crop
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Some holiday dessert tables may be missing a fan favorite this year. It looks to [...]
Texas A&M veterinary students receive TFB assistance
By Julie Tomascik Editor Animal agriculture is a large part of the Lone Star State, and farmers and ranchers need [...]