USDA issues $2.14 billion in conservation, safety net programs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing over $2.14 billion in payments through key conservation and farm safety net programs to eligible farmers, ranchers and landowners. Farmers should soon receive payments from USDA’s Farm [...]
Poll shows broad support for Endangered Species Act reform
Most Americans think the Endangered Species Act is outdated and needs to be revised, a survey by Morning Consult shows. [...]
TPWD asks hunters to submit samples for CWD testing
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is ramping up its efforts to collect samples of hunter-harvested deer in Texas. [...]
New livestock traceability rule due
By Julie Tomascik Associate Editor Preparations for disease outbreaks begin long before a crisis strikes. And the U.S. Department of [...]
New sensors will improve irrigation efficiency
By Jessica Domel Field Editor Texas farmers will soon have another tool in the fight to conserve and preserve the [...]
EPA to release new ozone standards
The Environmental Protection Agency is expected to release a new rule this week tightening National Ambient Air Quality Standards for [...]
Cotton-picking headache
By Julie Tomascik Associate Editor Fields of white snow stretch as far as the eye can see. Only to be [...]
Plan to halt Monarch butterfly decline announced
By Julie Tomascik Associate Editor Bright orange with black and white markings. The Monarch is easily the most recognizable butterfly. [...]
Dr. Judd: Test hay before feeding to horses
How do you know if the hay your feeding meets your horses’ needs? Looking at it and smelling it can [...]