Lawmakers urge fast-track approval of screwworm treatments for livestock
By Julie Tomascik Editor A group of Congressional lawmakers is urging federal agencies to fast-track approvals of anti-parasitic treatments for livestock in response to the growing threat of the New World screwworm (NWS). U.S. Rep. [...]
Senate Ag Committee advances farm bill
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry approved its 2018 Farm Bill in [...]
Caldwell County livestock judging team heads to Scotland
By Julie Tomascik Editor They were freshmen in high school and had a passion for livestock, 4-H and a willingness [...]
TAHC encourages vigilance for exotic longhorned tick
Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) reminds Texas veterinarians to be vigilant and proactive as they observe and collect ticks on [...]
Spring rains not enough for current drought conditions
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Spring rains helped dry conditions in parts of the state, but more rain is needed [...]
Wheat harvest underway in Texas
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Wheat harvest across Texas is in varying stages. Some farmers are finished, while others haven’t [...]
Applications now open for Young Farmer & Rancher contests
Big or small. Organic or conventional. Grass-fed or grain-fed. Each operation is unique and helps make up the diversity of [...]
Laws restrict duties of minors on farms, ranches
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter If you plan to hire your children or someone else’s for extra help on the [...]
Senate farm bill markup set for Wednesday
The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Forestry and Nutrition is set to consider its version of the farm bill Wednesday, June [...]