U.S., Mexico reach agreement to combat screwworm threat
By Julie Tomascik Editor This week, Mexico agreed to the U.S.’ demands in efforts to control the spread of the New World screwworm. Mexico committed to eliminate restrictions on U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) aircraft, [...]
Senate Ag Committee reauthorizes pesticide act
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry last week unanimously passed HR 1029, [...]
South Korea asks Texas for help with red imported fire ants
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor South Korea has been invaded by red imported fire ants, and the country is asking [...]
Work remains to pass a timely farm bill
Now that the Senate passed its version of the legislation, the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) said it's time to [...]
Fourth of July activities spark concerns of wildfires
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist While many people celebrate our nation’s independence on the Fourth of July, the Texas A&M [...]
Yaupon prove to be tough battle for Texas ranchers
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist When it comes dealing with the perennial yaupon, ranchers often feel like they are fighting [...]
Farm Bureau urges court to dismiss challenge to WOTUS applicability date rule
The American Farm Bureau Federation last week asked a federal court to dismiss a legal challenge to the Environmental Protection [...]
Senate passes farm bill
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The nation is one step closer to new farm and nutrition legislation. Shortly before 5 [...]
Wheat harvest yields mixed results
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Winter wheat harvest continues across Texas, and the impact of the drought is being noticed. [...]