Abbott signs bill that enforces right to farm legislation
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill aimed at strengthening protections for Texas farmers and ranchers. SB 1035 allows farmers and ranchers to seek legal relief when local government actions conflict with [...]
Texas Farm Bureau sets legislative priorities
By Jessica Domel News Editor When the 85th Texas Legislature convenes this month, Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) will be there—ready [...]
CRP changes to help beginning farmers and ranchers
There is growing concern about the manner in which land will be transferred to the next generation of farm operators. [...]
WPS rules go into effect despite efforts by farm groups to delay
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has denied two agricultural organizations’ petitions to delay the implementation of the agency’s farmworker protection [...]
Valuation of easements provision part of eminent domain reform
By Julie Tomascik Associate Editor About 95 percent of the land in Texas is privately owned, leaving landowners facing a [...]
Turkeys fare well in advance of spring season
The spring turkey season should be a good one for Texas hunters, according to state wildlife biologists. Increased bird numbers [...]
No surplus in U.S. peanut supply
Despite predictions, there will likely not be a surplus of U.S. peanuts in 2016, according to Southwest Farm Press. The [...]
Outlook ominous for farm economy
By Jessica Domel News Editor What does the new year mean for America’s farmers and ranchers? Will the economy improve? [...]
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 [...]