Report shows increase in Texas, U.S. hemp production
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Industrial hemp production is on the rise in Texas and across the country, according to the National Hemp Report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The 2024 [...]
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 [...]
Fever ticks confirmed on Webb-Zapata County premises
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) confirmed the presence of cattle fever ticks on cattle originating from premises located in [...]