Budget includes more funding for animal disease response, prevention
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Texas laboratories are at the frontline of animal disease response and prevention, and they, along with the network of labs they’re a part of, will receive additional funding through the [...]
Farmers await details on second round of trade aid
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is expected to soon announce the details of a second round of assistance for [...]
Bring your FFA, 4-H jackets to TFB’s annual meeting
By Julie Tomascik Editor Blue corduroy jackets and green jackets are iconic symbols of two major youth organizations that specialize [...]
Gene editing finds its way to the farm
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Advancements in genetic technology could help improve animal health and welfare, as well as food [...]
USDA, FDA will jointly regulate cell-cultured meat
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will share regulatory oversight of cell-cultured [...]
Farm bill in the lame duck?
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Lawmakers left for the Thanksgiving break close to a deal on a new farm bill [...]
Observation, vaccination key to preventing trich
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter A single case of trichomoniasis can have significant impacts on a cow-calf herd, but there’s [...]
Texas farmers stress need for eminent domain reform
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor State law should mandate an eminent domain process between private companies and landowners that is [...]
Texas Ag Memorial Day honors farmers, ranchers
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist The third annual Texas Agricultural Memorial Day recognized Texas farmers and ranchers who dedicated their [...]