Thune legislation would repeal estate tax
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Citing the impact it has on family farms and businesses, U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) introduced a bill Thursday, Feb. 13, to officially repeal the estate, or [...]
Solar lease agreement impacts on ag land
Oil and gas leases are common for many landowners. But, as the race in solar energy develops, many solar companies [...]
Record inventories put burden on wheat markets
Markets are struggling to deal with the record U.S. wheat and global inventories. About 60 percent of the world’s annual [...]
Summer grilling safety tips
Planning to grill through the remaining part of summer? Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service offers a few tips before you [...]
Rising temperatures bring pond management concerns
Noticing aquatic weeds in your pond? It’s a common midsummer occurrence, and pond management is key, Texas AgriLife Extension officials [...]
Dr. Judd: Mineral intake in cattle
Ranchers know the importance of getting cows bred is the best way to ensure success in their operation. And mineral [...]
U.S. grain reps discuss sorghum with China
Several representatives from the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) and United Sorghum Checkoff Program (USCP) traveled to China last week to [...]
Crop efficiency drives farmers’ financial performance
Years of negative margins have U.S. row crop farmers facing a bleak outlook, and Rabobank believes farmers must lower operation [...]
Applications being accepted online for TPWD Drawn Hunts
Hunters can start making plans for the upcoming seasons now by applying online for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s [...]