Farm Bureau’s legislative wins secure strong future for ag
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas lawmakers approved several bills during the 89th legislative regular session that will impact farmers, ranchers and rural Texans. “These wins are the result of strong grassroots advocacy by our members [...]
Planting progress on par with five-year averages
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Planting season is underway in many states across the U.S., and progress is on track [...]
Researchers find control method for aflatoxin
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor Aflatoxin contamination costs farmers billions of dollars annually, but one study shows promise for a [...]
Quarterly hog report shows slower growth, expansion ahead
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released the Quarterly Hogs and Pigs Report, showing [...]
Sheep, goat prices, inventories down slightly in Texas
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Despite softening prices and lower inventories, markets for sheep and goat meat and fiber remain [...]
TFB asks for more flexible livestock hauling rules
By Julie Tomascik Editor Citing concerns for livestock care and biosecurty, Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) urged the Department of Transportation [...]
Texans donate to help Nebraska Farm Bureau relief fund
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas farmers and ranchers are offering assistance to Nebraska farmers, ranchers and rural communities as they [...]
Census reveals dynamics of Texas agriculture
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter It’s no surprise to the agricultural community, but the 2017 Census of Agriculture confirmed it [...]
USDA update on farm bill implementation progress
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced the implementation status of the 2018 Farm Bill. President Trump signed the [...]