Texas expects dry, challenging spring
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Drought conditions will likely strengthen this spring as Texas faces rising temperatures and below-average precipitation, according to the latest outlook from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). “We're already [...]
Farm exports forecast to jump $6 billion
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) forecasts agricultural exports to increase by $6 billion, totaling $133 billion in the fiscal [...]
Breeding soundness exams help prevent financial losses
Breeding soundness exams can help prevent financial losses for ranchers, according to AgriLife Today. Late fall and early winter is [...]
Gins may be able to clean rain-damaged cotton
By Jessica Domel News Editor There’s at least some good news for Texas cotton farmers impacted by large amounts of [...]
AgriLife works to strengthen vegetable production program
Texas retailers want locally grown produce. And AgriLife researchers and farmers are working to strengthen vegetable production in Texas to [...]
Colostrum vital in first hours after calving
There is a key element to ensure you have a healthy calf— colostrum. It’s high in immunoglobulins that help prevent [...]
Free Enterprise Speech Contest applications due
Gain valuable communication skills. Hone leadership abilities. And have an opportunity to earn cash for college. All with Texas Farm [...]
New poll shows strong support for TPP
A new poll from Morning Consult shows most voters favor fair trade. The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), which includes the U.S., [...]
USDA responds to Farm Bureau request for dairy assistance
By Jessica Domel News Editor The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has responded to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) [...]