July cattle inventory report shows numbers still down
By Julie Tomascik Editor The latest cattle inventory report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows the nation’s cattle herd is still shrinking. All cattle and calves in the U.S. on July [...]
Invasive pests, diseases a year-round issue for ag
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Invasive plants, pests and diseases pose many risks to America’s crops and forests. While the [...]
Drought forces tough decisions for Panhandle farmers, ranchers
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Parts of the Texas Panhandle received some much-needed precipitation over the weekend, while others missed [...]
Senate committee passes precision ag bill
The Senate Commerce Committee today approved S. 2343, the Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act of 2018. The bipartisan bill is an [...]
Cotton planting wraps up in Lower Rio Grande Valley
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor Spring weather is often unpredictable, and this year is no different. While cold fronts and [...]
Farmers’ share of food dollar at record low
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter A new study reveals American farmers now earn less than 15 cents of each food [...]
TSCRA announces CEO change
By Jennifer Dorsett Field Editor The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association (TSCRA) announced the upcoming retirement of current Executive [...]
2018 hurricane outlook released
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist The 2018 hurricane season forecast was released this month. Experts anticipate a busier than normal [...]
Weather patterns result in polarizing situations for East, West Texas
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist It’s a tale of two halves in Texas, as farmers and ranchers in the western [...]