Texas lawmakers to study ag-related priorities during interim
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas lawmakers will take a closer look at several issues impacting farmers and ranchers as part of the Legislature’s interim charges ahead of the next session. The charges, issued by Lt. [...]
Farm Bureau leader rides alongside U.S. ag secretary in Valley
By Julie Tomascik Editor U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins saddled up for a boots-on-the-ground look at livestock protection [...]
Farm Bureau’s legislative wins secure strong future for ag
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas lawmakers approved several bills during the 89th legislative regular session that will impact farmers, ranchers [...]
Feral hogs cost U.S. ag over $1.6 billion in annual losses
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Feral hogs continue to run rampant across 13 states, including Texas, causing more than $1.6 [...]
Favorable pasture conditions across Lone Star State
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Timely spring rains across much of Texas have led to favorable pasture and rangeland conditions [...]
APHIS to host New World screwworm listening sessions
New World screwworm (NWS) listening sessions will be held in late June and early July to solicit input from stakeholders [...]
Alfalfa grows in dry, arid climate of Far West Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor In the high desert heat of Far West Texas, where cotton stretches white across [...]
USDA to combat screwworm with Texas sterile insect facility
By Julie Tomascik Editor A critical line of defense against the New World screwworm is coming soon to the Rio [...]
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 [...]