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 pressures facing America’s farmers and ranchers. Falling crop prices, skyrocketing expenses and trade disputes are [...]
Pasture, Rangeland and Forage Insurance deadline nears
Texas landowners who rely on perennial forage to feed their livestock may want to purchase Pasture, Rangeland and Forage (PRF) [...]
Avian paramyxovirus outbreak in Texas
Several Eurasian collared-doves near El Paso have tested positive for avian paramyxovirus, specifically Pigeon Paramyxovirus-1, or PPMV-1, according to the [...]
Weather weighs on Texas crop production
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter A wet start to the year and then a lack of rain for much of [...]
USDA issues farm safety net, conservation payments
The United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues to invest in rural America with more than $4.8 billion in payments [...]
TFB offers student teaching scholarship for ag education majors
By Julie Tomascik Editor College students pursuing a degree in Agricultural Education now have an additional scholarship opportunity available through [...]
TFB staff assist FFA chapters with Ag Issues presentations
By Gary Joiner TFB Radio Network Manager Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) staff in Waco are once again providing feedback for [...]
New trial likely in glyphosate cancer case
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Bayer AG will likely get the chance to defend popular weedkiller glyphosate in court. On [...]
Trade, weather don’t challenge farmer’s dedication
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Life in agriculture can be tough. Prices. Trade. Weather. The list goes on. But for [...]