U.S. ag trade deficit widens, headed to record levels
The U.S. agricultural trade deficit is widening in 2025, driven by shifting global trade dynamics and rising import demand. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) latest trade outlook provides projections for exports and imports, offering [...]
One system tackles two concerns for cotton farmers
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist A newly developed fertilizer system could be just what farmers worldwide need to grow cotton [...]
First cotton bale of 2018 delivered
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor The certified first bale of cotton in the U.S. was delivered to Willacy Co-op in [...]
Trump, China step up tariff threats
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Citing a threat to U.S. companies, workers and farmers, President Donald Trump announced his intent [...]
Cornyn discusses farm bill impacts on Texas
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The U.S. Senate is expected to consider its agriculture committee’s draft of the 2018 Farm [...]
State conference to encourage rural economic development
By Haley Herzog TFB Communications Intern The University of Texas at San Antonio Institute for Economic Development will host its [...]
Label use reminder for Enlist, Xtend
Applicators are encouraged to review label requirements before applying Enlist (2,4-D) and Xtend (Dicamba). It is a violation of federal [...]
USDA extends deadline for dairy MPP to June 22
The re-enrollment deadline for the Margin Protection Program (MPP) for dairy will be extended until June 22. The new and [...]
China re-emerges as U.S. cotton consumer
By Haley Herzog TFB Communications Intern After years of stockpiling cotton, China is re-emerging as a major consumer of the [...]