July cattle inventory report shows numbers still down
By Julie Tomascik Editor The latest cattle inventory report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows the nation’s cattle herd is still shrinking. All cattle and calves in the U.S. on July [...]
AFBF, National FFA work together to advocate for ag education
The American Farm Bureau Federation and National FFA Organization yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding to grow leaders, build communities [...]
YF&R Fall Tour set for Sept. 8-10, Huntsville
By Shala Watson Multimedia Writer The 2017 Texas Farm Bureau Young Farmer & Rancher (YF&R) Fall Tour provides a unique [...]
Pruitt, Zinke visit state Farm Bureau presidents
Two high-ranking Trump administration officials—Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt and Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke—made guest appearances Tuesday morning in [...]
TFB campaign course offers support, tools for candidates
By Shala Watson Multimedia Writer Interested in running for a public office? Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) will host a campaign [...]
Low commodity prices may weigh on next farm bill
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Editor If new projections from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) hold true, more funding will be [...]
Combs nominated as assistant Interior secretary
Former Texas Comptroller Susan Combs has been nominated to serve as the assistant secretary of the Interior for policy, management [...]
Produce safety training set for fruit, vegetable growers
Produce safety outlined under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) is a federal requirement that will impact Texas farmers. The [...]
Mixed bag for Texas peaches
This year’s peach season has been a mixed bag for Texas growers. Orchards in North Texas, like Hutton Peach Farm [...]