Central Texas farmers see record corn yields amid market pressures
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Timely rains and cooler summer temperatures pushed Central Texas corn yields higher than farmers expected. In Milam County, Zachary and Savannah Hutka say this year’s crop is one of [...]
Texas wheat crop to suffer from drought, despite recent rains
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Wheat is expected to see reduced yields this season, despite recent rains, according to Texas [...]
Tractor, combine sales report shows mixed numbers
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist The latest U.S. Ag Tractor and Combine Sales Report showed mixed sales for farm equipment. [...]
Perdue testifies before Senate on infrastructure proposal
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue testified Wednesday before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, [...]
Farmers talk food, agriculture at SXSW
By Julie Tomascik Editor Downtown Austin is a hub of food and culture. During South by Southwest (SXSW), it’s even [...]
New ELD waiver announced for ag haulers
By Julie Tomascik Editor The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced yesterday an additional 90-day [...]
Settlement reached in nationwide corn class action lawsuit
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist A $1.5 billion settlement was reached this week in a nationwide class-action lawsuit between farmers, [...]
Drone software helps increase ag productivity
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Advancements in drone technology are expanding the productivity on America’s farms and ranches. Thanks to [...]
USDA withdraws organic marketing rule
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it will withdraw the Organic Livestock and Poultry [...]