Rising demand for Texas-grown Christmas trees
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The demand for Texas-grown Christmas trees is on the rise as acreage and entrepreneurial interest in farms expands, despite back-to-back years of drought. Texas Christmas tree growers are experiencing [...]
Duvall talks farm bill, new frontiers at AFBF convention
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist A new, modernized farm bill and persevering in agriculture were among the topics American Farm [...]
TFB’s Doorways to Agriculture exhibit at fairs, events this year
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Consumers of all ages are invited to explore the world of Texas agriculture at [...]
Texas wheat farmers prepare for Hessian fly threat
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Hessian fly infestations are a concern for many wheat farmers. “The worst part about [...]
Vilsack touts domestic fertilizer investments, conservation programs
By Julie Tomascik Editor Diversifying income streams and protecting the country’s natural resources can go hand-in-hand, U.S. Secretary of [...]
Annual oral rabies vaccine airdrop marks 30 years
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The Oral Rabies Vaccination Program (ORVP) by the Texas Department of State Health Services [...]
USDA launches remote grading pilot program for beef
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) launched a pilot program to allow more cattle producers and meat processors to access [...]
Bipartisan bill introduced to help border farmers with repairs
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist A bipartisan bill was introduced to help farmers and ranchers along the border repair damages [...]
Keeping cattle lice under control in the winter
Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Cattle lice thrive in winter weather. It is a common pest that can bite into ranchers’ [...]