TFB to host Collegiate Discussion Meet April 5-7, Waco
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) Collegiate Discussion Meet offers college students an opportunity to develop public speaking skills and critical thinking. This year’s contest is set for April 5-7 at TFB’s [...]
Thrive sparkles on My American Farm educational site
“Thrive,” the first soil and sustainability focused game offered on My American Farm, has been released by the American Farm [...]
USDA accepting more farmland for wildlife habitat in Texas
An additional 27,300 acres of agricultural land in Texas is now eligible for funding for wildlife habitat restoration. according to [...]
A super-wet winter in store?
Many parts of Texas may see a rain-drenched winter due to a super-strong El Niño brewing in the tropical Pacific. [...]
Bird flu vaccine developed for chickens
Bird flu struck the Midwest with a vengeance this year, but scientists have now developed a vaccine strain that is [...]
U.S., Asian Pacific leaders continue trade talks
Representatives from the U.S. and a dozen Asian-Pacific countries are in Maui this week hoping to iron out details of [...]
Ranchers should watch for Bermuda grass stem maggot
After a year of low activity, the Bermuda grass stem maggot has returned and is spreading quickly across lush pastures [...]
Pork production passes beef for first time in history
For the first time in 75 years, the red meat industry is expected to produce more pork than beef in [...]
Deadline for Texas Farm Bureau Young Farmer & Rancher programs approaches
Want a new truck or ATV? Now is the time to throw your hat in the ring for a chance [...]