China to purchase 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans
By Julie Tomascik Editor China has agreed to purchase 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans before January, marking a step toward easing trade tensions and bringing renewed optimism to American farmers. The purchase is [...]
USDA awards ag trade promotion funding
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded $100 million to 48 organizations through the Agricultural Trade Promotion Authority (ATP) to [...]
Farm Bureau fights to close digital divide
Broadband access is important for agriculture in this age of technology. Farmers need access to remain competitive, especially in a [...]
John Deere releases new gear-driven series
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist John Deere announced the 3D Series compact utility tractors this summer. The series features three [...]
Young Farmer & Rancher Fall Tour set for Sept. 6-8
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Young producers will get a look at West Texas agriculture through the 2019 Texas Farm [...]
Proposal announced to improve H-2A program
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist The U.S. Department of Labor announced a proposal to improve the H-2A temporary agricultural labor [...]
July cattle on feed report in line with expectations
The Cattle on Feed report provides monthly estimates of the number of cattle being fed for slaughter. For the report, [...]
App released to help ranchers sell sheep, goats
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Sheep and goat producers now have an app to help decide when to sell their [...]
Texas teachers attend national ag conference
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Eleven teachers from across the Lone Star State attended the National Agriculture in the Classroom [...]