Farmers ask for help to survive economic challenges
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) sent letters to President Donald Trump and Congressional leaders to emphasize the severe economic pressures facing America’s farmers and ranchers. Falling crop prices, skyrocketing expenses and trade disputes are [...]
Members discuss Texas Farm Bureau policy for 2026
By Julie Tomascik Editor Water, the New World screwworm, emissions standards and crop protection tools were among the topics [...]
USDA announces plan to address rural vet shortage
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced its Rural Veterinary Action Plan to increase the [...]
Young farmers, ranchers learn about Coastal Bend ag on Fall Tour
By Shelby Shank Field Editor A look at beef cattle, aquaculture, specialty crops and the challenges of farming and [...]
Texas aquaculture shows steady growth across multiple sectors
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas aquaculture has shown growth over the past five years, despite federal reports indicating a [...]
GO Ag Act introduced to grow next generation of agriculture
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Lawmakers are working to prepare the next generation for careers in agriculture with the Growing [...]
USDA releases 2025 cash rents for Texas cropland, pastureland
By Julie Tomascik Editor Cash rents in Texas for pastureland and irrigated and non-irrigated cropland showed slight changes from [...]
TFB supports groundwater conservation bill in Austin testimony
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) voiced strong support for legislation that would limit permits for [...]
Texas rice growers face low prices, tough outlook
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Rice harvest is underway in Texas, and growers are facing poor market conditions, high input [...]