Cotton crop will have an impact on gins, warehouses
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist A bad cotton crop spells disaster for the gins and the numerous other businesses and economies that rely on the crop. “Reduced production from this year’s cotton crop not only [...]
Red meat doesn’t increase cardiovascular disease risk factors
Researchers at Purdue University found that consuming red meat in amounts above what is typically recommended does not affect short-term [...]
U.S. farmers, ranchers win in trade dispute
A World Trade Organization (WTO) trade enforcement panel has ruled in favor of a U.S. challenge to wide-ranging restrictions and [...]
TFB Leadership Conference scheduled
By Jessica Domel News Editor To ensure the current and future needs of Texas farmers, ranchers and dairymen are met, [...]
Manage ponds in winter for better spring fish production
As temperatures drop across Texas, winter pond management can help improve fish production in the spring, according to Dr. Billy [...]
Ag groups seek delay of EPA’s WPS rule
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) and the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) have petitioned the Environmental [...]
USDA invests $225 million in conservation projects
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced 88 conservation projects across the country to improve water quality, combat drought, enhance [...]
Promising winter grazing conditions across Texas
By Shala Watson Staff Writer The ample rainfall Texas received during the fall has helped provide a boost for forage [...]
TSSWCB works to restore Monarch butterfly habitat
The Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) is working in cooperation with 143 soil and water conservation districts [...]