USDA releases second round of disaster relief funds to farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing a second round of disaster relief payments through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) to farmers who suffered losses in 2023 and 2024. USDA will double the [...]
East Texas farm family grows colorful tulips
By Shelby Shank Field Editor After a family visit to a tulip farm, Jerry Moody casually mentioned they could [...]
U.S. prepares to levy new tariffs, TFB expresses concerns
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter The United States will soon implement an across-the-board 10% tariff on all goods exported to [...]
Young farmers, ranchers donate pork to local organization
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) Young Farmer & Rancher (YF&R) Advisory Committee donated 186 pounds [...]
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, [...]
Crabapple Fire burns over 9,800 acres near Fredericksburg
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The Crabapple Fire—fueled by extreme drought conditions, high winds and low humidity—burned 9,858 acres [...]
Bill would strengthen ag finance programs in Texas
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas agriculture continues to face financial challenges that threaten the livelihoods of farmers and ranchers across [...]
Helpful tips to prevent snake encounters this spring
By Shelby Shank Field Editor With warmer temperatures on the horizon, snakes are becoming more active across Texas, increasing the [...]
Floods devastate Rio Grande Valley fields, crops
By Julie Tomascik Editor Relentless rain pummeled the Rio Grande Valley late last week, leaving thousands of acres of farmland [...]