Workshops set to help RGV farmers with water treaty grant applications
The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) will host three workshops to help farmers who need additional support to complete their 1944 Water Treaty Grant application. Grant applications opened in early April for the $280 million [...]
Soil health depends on temperature
Although not a new concept, Texas cotton farmers are showing more interest in no-till farming. Due to the increasing heat, [...]
New World screwworm makes appearance in Florida’s mainland
A destructive parasite found in livestock and other warm-blooded animals was said to be eliminated during the late 20th Century. [...]
Rare hybrid ‘blob’ quail bagged near Big Spring
Dr. Dale Rollins, executive director of the Rolling Plains Quail Research Ranch, has been hunting quail for 50 years. He had [...]
AFBF economic team gives strategic view of ag sector
While farm income is down across the board, today’s farm economy is noticeably different than it was in the 1980s, [...]
Farm succession planning requires careful thought
Farm succession planning is complex and requires careful thought, according to David Marrison, associate professor, The Ohio State University Extension. [...]
Outlook for U.S. crop prices continues to be below average
The U.S. grain price outlook and crop demand for 2017-2018 will likely show no major changes, according to Dr. Pat [...]
Expanding herds, growing supply offset by strong demand
Consumers should see ample supplies of their favorite meats in 2017. Brisk demand will keep prices from falling too much [...]
U.S.-Cuba ag trade poised for growth
Opening trade with Cuba presents clear market opportunities for U.S. agriculture. Experts at a workshop at the 2017 American Farm [...]