Outstanding YF&R finalist: Colby and Ashley McClendon
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Colby and Ashley McClendon’s family has a rich history in farming and ranching, and today, they are building on that legacy by embracing innovation, sustainability and connecting their community [...]
Monarch butterfly populations down
Farmers, landowners, conservationists and citizen groups are making steady progress promoting the conservation of monarch butterflies and expanding habitat. A [...]
USDA survey shows number of farms dropped
The number of farms in the United States for 2016 is estimated at 2.06 million, down 8,000 farms from the [...]
BQA online certification now free all year long
The checkoff’s Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification is now always free online. It’s an interactive online experience that ranchers and [...]
NAFTA renegotiation talks begin
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Editor President Donald Trump is making good on a campaign promise to renegotiate the North American [...]
Proposed hunting, fishing regulation changes comment period open
Increased dove hunting opportunities across South Texas and expanded landowner-managed pronghorn permitting in the Panhandle highlight this year’s slate of [...]
Pruitt confirmed to lead EPA
Scott Pruitt was confirmed as administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Friday, Feb. 17. The Senate voted 52-46 to [...]
Mud is potential issue for ranchers
By Landee Kieschnick TFB Communications Intern With the recent rains—and hopefully more to come–the forecast for ranchers across parts of [...]
USDA releases 10-year projections
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Editor Demand for American agricultural products both at home and abroad will remain strong over the [...]