Contest encourages youth to ‘Speak Out For Agriculture’
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist High school students passionate about agriculture and eager to develop solutions to the challenges facing farmers and ranchers can put their skills to the test in the 2025 Speak Out [...]
Senators push for end to Chinese poultry ban
A bipartisan group of 37 senators are calling for the swift reopening of the Chinese market after U.S. exports of [...]
Texas counties designated as primary natural disaster areas
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated Duval, Foard, Lamb and Webb counties in Texas as primary natural disaster [...]
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 [...]