Vilsack gives update on HPAI vaccine status
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The nation is another day closer to a vaccine for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), the virus that has led to the deaths of nearly 60 million chickens and other [...]
TFB asks EPA not to ban commonly-used insecticide
By Jessica Domel News Editor The state’s largest farm organization is asking the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reconsider its [...]
Texas reservoir, storage levels on the rise
For the tenth week in a row, reservoir and water storage levels across Texas are on the rise. According to [...]
Deadline approaches for Young Farmer & Rancher Leadership Conference
By Julie Tomascik Publications Editor Young farmers and ranchers will inherit a bright future and a strong legacy. And leave [...]
Congress to consider GMO labeling, TPP approval in new year
Lawmakers are back in Washington, D.C. after the holiday break. According to POLITICO, GMO labeling, child nutrition authorization, approval of [...]
Winter storm Goliath takes toll on Texas dairy industry
A storm that dropped multiple inches of snow across the Plains area of Texas has delivered a powerful punch to [...]
Increased TDA fees now in effect
Texas farmers and ranchers will be paying more for more than 100 state fees this year. The proposed fee increases [...]
Crop, livestock projections outlined for 2016
Lower crop prices are expected to continue until a production shortage in the U.S. or other major producing region occurs, [...]
Food industry given more time to define ‘natural’
Food industry groups now have more time to weigh in on what "natural" should denote on product labels. The Food [...]