FMMO reforms took effect on June 1
After several years of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) engagements with the dairy industry, changes to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMO) took effect on June 1. The FMMO structure, according to American Farm Bureau [...]
Hot, dry conditions increase risk of wildfires in Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor High temperatures and dry conditions persist throughout the Lone Star State, increasing the risk of [...]
New year hunting, fishing licenses for 2024-25 on sale
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas hunters and anglers can purchase their 2024-25 hunting and fishing licenses online and at [...]
Bill introduced to improve Livestock Indemnity Program
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Proposed legislation was introduced earlier this year that would require the secretary of agriculture to [...]
Homeschool educators explore ag through TFB ag academy
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas homeschool educators explored agriculture at a recent workshop with the help of Texas [...]
Blaschke grows, advocates through TFB’s AgLead XVI
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Growing leadership skills, cultivating a network throughout the state and advocating for agriculture are [...]
Favorable pasture conditions, high cattle prices in Karnes County
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Recent rainfall brought favorable pasture conditions to Karnes County, and cattle prices remain high. “We’ve [...]
USDA makes updates to farm loan programs
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced updates to the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) [...]
The buzz behind Walker Honey Farm in Central Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Summer memories are full of honey and savored by Blake Butler. His passion for beekeeping [...]