Several new Texas laws in effect on Sept. 1
By Julie Tomascik Editor Several new laws that were passed during the 89th Texas Legislature go into effect Sept. 1, the official first day of the state’s fiscal year 2026. Many of the laws directly [...]
USDA designates 11 Texas counties as primary natural disaster areas
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated 11 counties in Texas as primary natural disaster areas due to losses [...]
FSA makes administrative change to Livestock Indemnity Program
Farmers and ranchers who have lost livestock to disease, resulting from a weather disaster, have an additional way to become [...]
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 [...]