USDA to reinstate July cattle report, other crop reports
By Julie Tomascik Editor The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) announced it will reinstate several key data collection programs suspended last year due to budget constraints. Among these, the July [...]
Beef organizations weigh impact of increased Japanese tariff
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Editor The largest market for American beef took action Friday that will likely raise costs, decrease [...]
Farm bill listening session in San Angelo Monday
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Editor The House Agriculture Committee will host a farm bill listening session at 1 p.m. Monday, [...]
USDA extends GMO labeling feedback deadline
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Editor The nation now has more time to weigh in on the GMO labeling process. The [...]
USDA, FFA partner to support next generation of ag leaders
By Shala Watson Multimedia Writer U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced this week that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) [...]
Favorable outlook for Texas rice harvest
By Shala Watson Multimedia Writer Rice harvest has started for some farmers in the Lone Star State, and by the [...]
Texas egg production on the rise
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Editor If you plan to make an omelet, cake or deviled eggs, you’re in luck. A [...]
Voice support for WOTUS repeal
By Julie Tomascik Editor Earlier this summer, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Army Corps of Engineers issued a [...]
Texas milk production on the rise
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Editor Dairy herds in Texas are expanding, according to a new report from the U.S. Department [...]