Fall corn décor infected by tar spot
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Seasonal fall corn décor sold at large retailers across Texas has been identified to be infested with Phyllacora maydis fungus, also known as tar spot. Tar spot does not affect [...]
Texas peach crop may be in short supply
By Shala Watson Multimedia Writer The mild winter this year has caused problems in orchards across the Lone Star State. [...]
Spike in cotton export demand, prices
The 2016 U.S. cotton crop produced high yields and high quality fiber, triggering a spike in export demand and higher [...]
JBS imports fresh American beef to Brazil
Brazilian consumers can now enjoy a fresh cut of American beef. For the first time, the world’s largest meat processor, [...]
Monsanto-Deere precision deal canceled
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced this week that Deere & Company and Monsanto terminated Deere’s attempt to purchase Precision [...]
Omnibus bill includes $59 million for citrus research
There's good news for the Texas citrus industry and consumers. Congress has included $59 million in federal funds to fight [...]
Farm income likely to increase in 2017
The farm economy and commodity prices may have hit bottom last year, but don’t expect a full rebound right away. [...]
TWDB ag water conservation grants available
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is now accepting applications through the Agricultural Water Conservation Grants Program. Up to $632,000 [...]
AgriLife Extension responds to tornado aftermath
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service agents and volunteers are assessing the damage caused by multiple tornadoes in East Texas near [...]