USDA to require electronic eartags for certain cattle, bison
By Julie Tomascik Editor The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is requiring electronic eartags for shipment of dairy cattle, some beef cattle and bison. “Rapid traceability in a disease outbreak will not only limit how [...]
Planet Agriculture exhibit brings the farm to you
Fall means cooler weather for Texans to enjoy, and it brings Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) Planet Agriculture exhibit to livestock [...]
Farm exports forecast to jump $6 billion
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) forecasts agricultural exports to increase by $6 billion, totaling $133 billion in the fiscal [...]
Breeding soundness exams help prevent financial losses
Breeding soundness exams can help prevent financial losses for ranchers, according to AgriLife Today. Late fall and early winter is [...]
Gins may be able to clean rain-damaged cotton
By Jessica Domel News Editor There’s at least some good news for Texas cotton farmers impacted by large amounts of [...]
AgriLife works to strengthen vegetable production program
Texas retailers want locally grown produce. And AgriLife researchers and farmers are working to strengthen vegetable production in Texas to [...]
Colostrum vital in first hours after calving
There is a key element to ensure you have a healthy calf— colostrum. It’s high in immunoglobulins that help prevent [...]
Free Enterprise Speech Contest applications due
Gain valuable communication skills. Hone leadership abilities. And have an opportunity to earn cash for college. All with Texas Farm [...]
New poll shows strong support for TPP
A new poll from Morning Consult shows most voters favor fair trade. The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), which includes the U.S., [...]