Cornyn highlights farmers’ challenges, resilience at AFBF convention
By Julie Tomascik Editor Farmers and ranchers continue to embrace technology and innovation, stepping up and driving forward in sustainability efforts. But factors outside of their control—regulations, input costs, commodity prices and more—remain a [...]
Meat exports beef up March numbers
American-raised beef and pork are regaining lost ground in the global market after a frustrating 2015. U.S. beef and pork [...]
USDA funds available for antimicrobial resistance research
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced $6 million in research funds is available to address antimicrobial resistance. The [...]
USDA announces CRP results
More than 800,000 acres were enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom [...]
Loans may come easier to Texas small businesses
Texas farmers and ranchers may find it easier to get a loan thanks to the help of a partnership of [...]
Recent rains flood Texas rice fields
Spring rains in Texas are often unpredictable, making it tough for farmers to plan. And the lingering El Niño weather [...]
Diversity of Texas economy provides job gains
While the Texas economy is not growing at the rate it did in 2013 and 2014, it continues to have [...]
Texas farmer first to plant new cottonseed variety
By Jessica Domel News Editor A new cotton variety expected to help farmers battle weed resistance and expand yield protection [...]
Applications open for TCFA Junior Fed Beef Career and Leadership Program
High school juniors and seniors with an interest in pursuing a career in the fed beef industry are encouraged to [...]