Mexico to make water payment to U.S. under treaty
By Julie Tomascik Editor Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced this month that Mexico will provide an immediate water delivery to farmers in Texas, aiming to address the country’s shortfall under the 1944 Water Treaty. The [...]
AFBF joins nationwide immigration reform campaign
Business and agricultural groups that have struggled to push congressional action on immigration reform for years are hoping there will [...]
National Farmers Market Week underway
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack proclaimed Aug. 7-13 as National Farmers Market Week to honor and celebrate the important role that [...]
Three ways to build your shotgun skills
A little warm-up before dove season is always a good idea. A short online video demonstrates three everyday exercises that [...]
USDA announces $11.2 million for American dairy farmers
The American dairy industry is receiving a virtual shot in the arm from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The agency [...]
Bats are a valuable resource for agriculture
Bats are nocturnal creatures that move with stealth and speed. They patrol farmland using echo location to capture their insect [...]
Alternative crops add options for farmers
Although alternative crops won’t replace top commodities, they will serve as drought-tolerant rotation options that can pay off when the [...]
New class of game wardens, state park police officers graduates
After seven months of rigorous training, 41 game warden cadets and five state park police officers recently graduated in Austin. [...]
Lawmakers show strong support for sugar industry
Top lawmakers showed strong support for the sugar industry at the American Sugar Alliance’s (ASA) annual Sweetener Symposium this week. [...]