Jumpstart, Activate programs encourage student growth
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Over 200 eighth and ninth grade students developed leadership skills and became more familiar with Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) through the Jumpstart and Activate programs. The two programs are a [...]
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 [...]
Texas Farm Bureau awards scholarship to FCCLA student
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) awarded Areli Ibarra, a senior at Madisonville High School, a $5,000 scholarship during the Texas Association, [...]