Drought, wind and low prices challenge West Texas cotton farmer
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Cotton farmer Josh Tunnell of Lenorah is hoping for rain and relief from years of unrelenting drought. This season, Tunnell planted 1,300 acres of cotton, but his crop is already [...]
USDA: Sick cow poses no risk to food supply, human health
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports there is no present risk to the food [...]
Dove season impacted by drought conditions
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Dove hunters across the state may have varying levels of success due to drought conditions [...]
Applications available for TFB Free Enterprise Speech Contest
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Students interested in gaining communication skills, advancing their leadership skills and potentially earning scholarship money [...]
Action on ag labor bill possible this fall
When House lawmakers return to Capitol Hill after their August recess, the legislative clock will be counting down to the [...]
UTRGV adds sustainable agriculture, food systems major
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter To help its students fulfill their dreams while also helping communities across the nation, the [...]
USDA outlines plan to help farmers impacted by tariffs
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Just hours after President Trump announced a new trade agreement with Mexico, U.S. Secretary of [...]
AgriLife, University of Florida study guar crop in Texas
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Scientists from Texas A&M AgriLife and the University of Florida are teaming up to increase [...]
U.S., Mexico reach trade deal
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter “Our farmers are going to be so happy,” President Donald Trump said Monday morning, shortly [...]