Challenges in turkey production could impact holiday prices
Shoppers preparing for upcoming fall holidays, including Thanksgiving, should brace for higher turkey prices this year. New analysis from the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) Market Intel series says economic factors, as well as disease [...]
YF&R committee explores Texas ag through exchange program
By Shelby Shank Field Editor A new exchange program offers Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) Young Farmer & Rancher (YF&R) Advisory [...]
Support program invests in future of Texas cotton
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Texas farmers in the Cotton Incorporated Texas State Support Program recently approved funding to support [...]
Livestock Mandatory Reporting live cattle dashboard available
The Livestock Mandatory Reporting (LMR) Live Cattle Data Dashboard is now available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The [...]
Farmers, ranchers need Congress to focus on tax reform
When Congress returns from its August recess, farmers and ranchers need lawmakers to focus on tax reform in addition [...]
First-ever statewide flood plan released
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) recently approved the first statewide flood plan that provides [...]
Hot, dry conditions increase risk of wildfires in Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor High temperatures and dry conditions persist throughout the Lone Star State, increasing the risk of [...]
New year hunting, fishing licenses for 2024-25 on sale
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas hunters and anglers can purchase their 2024-25 hunting and fishing licenses online and at [...]
Bill introduced to improve Livestock Indemnity Program
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Proposed legislation was introduced earlier this year that would require the secretary of agriculture to [...]