New children’s book about growing blueberries
By Julie Tomascik Editor A new children’s book, I LOVE Blueberries!, takes readers on a fun, educational journey about growing blueberries. The accurate ag book is the latest title from Feeding Minds Press, the American [...]
Bayer raises bid for Monsanto
After Bayer AG’s initial bid for Monsanto Co. was rebuffed, the company has increased their offer to $125 a share [...]
Feeling the Texas heat?
By Adam Russell Texas A&M AgriLife Communications Texas cattle and livestock are starting to feel the heat as summer temperatures [...]
New caucus formed to focus on rural broadband
A group of senators launched a new caucus to focus on strengthening broadband infrastructure and deployment across the country, according [...]
TFB submits comments on organic welfare rule
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) issued comments in opposition of the proposed revisions to the National Organic Program, because both organic [...]
Risk, compensation important in ag leasing options
By Kay Ledbetter AgriLife Extension Leasing is a common option for individuals who want to participate in agricultural operations but [...]
A blue summer for Texas blueberry growers?
Location, location, location. It was the difference between a bountiful blueberry crop and one that fell short of expectations for [...]
Storage bins play major role on grain farms
In a good or bad year, flexibility at harvest is a must for Texas grain farmers. And on-farm storage bins [...]
Ag infrastructure in need of upgrades
Improved yield potential has increased agriculture’s aging infrastructure’s ability to accept and transport commodities efficiently, according to Southwest Farm Press. But [...]