Enroll acres in Pasture, Rangeland, Forage Insurance by Dec. 1
By Julie Tomascik Editor The deadline to enroll acreage for the 2026 Pasture, Rangeland and Forage (PRF) insurance program is Dec. 1. “Much of Texas saw quite a bit of rainfall earlier this year, [...]
Livestock Mandatory Reporting live cattle dashboard available
The Livestock Mandatory Reporting (LMR) Live Cattle Data Dashboard is now available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The [...]
Farmers, ranchers need Congress to focus on tax reform
When Congress returns from its August recess, farmers and ranchers need lawmakers to focus on tax reform in addition [...]
First-ever statewide flood plan released
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) recently approved the first statewide flood plan that provides [...]
Hot, dry conditions increase risk of wildfires in Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor High temperatures and dry conditions persist throughout the Lone Star State, increasing the risk of [...]
New year hunting, fishing licenses for 2024-25 on sale
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas hunters and anglers can purchase their 2024-25 hunting and fishing licenses online and at [...]
Bill introduced to improve Livestock Indemnity Program
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Proposed legislation was introduced earlier this year that would require the secretary of agriculture to [...]
Homeschool educators explore ag through TFB ag academy
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas homeschool educators explored agriculture at a recent workshop with the help of Texas [...]
Blaschke grows, advocates through TFB’s AgLead XVI
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Growing leadership skills, cultivating a network throughout the state and advocating for agriculture are [...]