Legislation would impose penalty for water treaty noncompliance
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter A group of Texas lawmakers have introduced legislation they say will add teeth to the 1944 Water Treaty and compensate Rio Grande farmers impacted by a lack of reliable water [...]
Farmers ask for help to survive economic challenges
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) sent letters to President Donald Trump and Congressional leaders to emphasize the severe economic [...]
Rollins addresses potential aid package for farmers
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter A potential aid package for U.S. farmers appears to be on hold. Earlier this month, [...]
Bill would create harvest incentive insurance for cotton farmers
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Legislation recently introduced in Congress aims to strengthen the cotton industry and protect critical processing [...]
DOL to change H-2A wage rate methodology
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The Trump administration is changing the way wage rates are calculated for the H-2A [...]
Hunter, landowner awareness can help screwworm early detection
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Texas hunters and landowners are being asked to stay alert for signs of New [...]
USDA, Department of Justice to investigate input prices
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Department of Justice (DOJ) are working together to [...]
Texas Farm Bureau 92nd Annual Meeting set for Dec. 5-7
By Julie Tomascik Editor Policy discussions, membership recognition and a weekend of fellowship are slated for the 92nd Texas Farm [...]
Financial pressures grow for row crop farmers
Row crop farmers in Texas and across the country are facing mounting financial pressures. Rising production costs and falling [...]