Bill would strengthen ag finance programs in Texas
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas agriculture continues to face financial challenges that threaten the livelihoods of farmers and ranchers across the state. HB 43 by Rep. Stan Kitzman aims to address those concerns by strengthening [...]
Crop, livestock projections outlined for 2016
Lower crop prices are expected to continue until a production shortage in the U.S. or other major producing region occurs, [...]
Food industry given more time to define ‘natural’
Food industry groups now have more time to weigh in on what "natural" should denote on product labels. The Food [...]
Pay close attention to grazing leases
A handshake and verbal agreement. They were once the mark of Western ranchers, but handshake deals can easily fall apart [...]
Red meat prices should drop more in next few months
There is some good news for meat eaters in 2016. Prices are expected to drop, according to an article in [...]
Texas state veterinarian to retire Dec. 31, 2015
Dr. Dee Ellis, state veterinarian and executive director of the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC), has announced he will retire [...]
Second dove hunting season big business for Texas economy
The second dove hunting season is underway in Texas, and the activity is big business for the Lone Star State’s [...]
Local farmers, community donate harvest to high school seniors
By Jessica Domel Field Editor They planted the seeds. Nourished them. Prepared for a fruitful harvest. For the farmers of [...]
USDA trade mission spurs record ethanol exports to China
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced a significant jump in ethanol exports to China this year, following a [...]