Pasture, rangeland conditions show mixed bag across Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Drought conditions once again continue to impact much of the state’s pastures and winter forage, but some areas are experiencing increased soil moisture. Rain and snow across regions of [...]
New cattle fever tick case discovered in South Texas
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) has confirmed the presence of cattle fever ticks after a suspect tick was found [...]
Ag awareness in an urban classroom
By Shala Watson Staff Writer Engaged. Eager. Excited. That describes students in Hillarie Rollins’ first grade classroom at Forest Ridge [...]
USDA releases final farm income forecast for 2016
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) Economic Research Service (ERS) released its final farm income forecast for 2016. The agency [...]
Grow calf value on the ranch
Ranchers can capture more dollars for their calves by adding value at the ranch, and that helps mitigate the risks [...]
Wildlife Photo Show focuses on behind-the-scenes details
The Wildlife Photo Show from professional photographer Russell Graves of Childress is a new online series that features regular episodes of [...]
U.S. farm equipment exports keep dropping
For the first three quarters of 2016 compared to the same time last year, exports of U.S.-made agricultural equipment have [...]
FSA extends deadline for the County Committee elections
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced the deadline to submit 2016 County Committee ballots has [...]
Ranchers should evaluate bale feeder options
As winter approaches, ranchers are preparing to deliver hay and winter feed to their herds. And cattlemen are looking for [...]