Texas A&M to build new veterinary teaching hospital
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas A&M University approved the construction of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences’ (VMBS) new Clinical Veterinary Teaching & Research Complex (CVTRC). “The new facility will [...]
Lower prices ahead for beef producers
Beef producers should brace for lower prices in the near term as feedlot marketing of cattle slowed during August through [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
Drought intensifies
As we step further into fall, things are drying out across much of the Lone Star State. The latest Water [...]
New livestock traceability rule due
Preparations for disease outbreaks begin long before a crisis strikes. And the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health [...]
Selecting the right bull for your herd
Purchasing a herd bull can mean the difference between an improved genetic line and no calf crop at all. Dr. [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]