Texas Farm Bureau launches Farmers Feeding Families
By Julie Tomascik Editor A new initiative—Farmers Feeding Families—aims to reduce food insecurity at the local level. Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) launched the program earlier this year. Through partnerships with food banks, shelters and other [...]
U.S. strives to eliminate cotton contamination
Ranked high in the world in quality, U.S. cotton is in demand for manufacturing yarns and fabrics needed for top-of-the-line [...]
Used tractor sales down for John Deere
Low commodity prices and reduced U.S. farm income are forcing farmers to trim their spending. And that has farm equipment [...]
Rains stain Texas cotton, cause mold, produce sprouts in bolls
By Jessica Domel News Editor While recent rains may benefit some, Texas cotton farmers from the Coastal Bend to the [...]
Plan ahead for fall, winter forages
By Adam Russell AgriLife Today Mid and late August is a good time for producers to plan ahead for winter [...]
Fertilizer prices drop substantially
With the commodity market struggling as prices continue to fall, there is some good news for farmers. Fertilizer prices are [...]
The dangers of feeding wild alligators
A growing wild alligator population in Texas and increased development in once rural areas of the state means more human [...]
Texas tomatoes popular with backyard farmers
The small-scale market for fresh Texas tomatoes is growing, serving up an opportunity to gain back some of its steady [...]
Beginning farmers, ranchers to receive funding
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is “hopeful” about the future for beginning farmers and ranchers. This week, he announced $18 million [...]