Tyson to close beef plants in Illinois, Utah
By Julie Tomascik Editor Tyson Foods is restructuring its beef processing network as tight cattle supplies continue to challenge the packing industry. The company announced Aug. 13 it will close its beef processing facility in [...]
U.S. Senate passes bill to allow schools to serve whole milk
The U.S. Senate last week passed a bill that would allow whole and 2% milk to be served in schools. [...]
Tyson to close Nebraska plant, slow production at Amarillo plant
Tyson Foods announced plans to close its beef processing plant in Lexington, Nebraska, as well as convert its beef facility [...]
TFB helps FFA chapters prepare for Ag Issues contest
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Eight FFA chapters presented their Agricultural Issues Forum presentations to Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) staff [...]
USDA launches New World screwworm website
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) launched a New World screwworm (NWS) website that centralizes information available across the federal [...]
Neurologic form of EHV confirmed in Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM), the neurologic [...]
TFB leaders talk with Congress, Trump admin about farm economy
By Julie Tomascik Editor Concerns over trade uncertainty, a worsening farm economy and the threat of the New World [...]
Yeatts are finalists in 2025 TFB Excellence in Agriculture Contest
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Passion and faith guide Ryan and Madilyn Yeatts as they balance their careers in [...]
Mexico falls behind on water deliveries, Texas lawmakers push for retaliation
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Once again, Mexico has missed its water delivery obligations to the United States, reigniting frustration [...]