TFB helps FFA chapters prepare for Ag Issues contest
By Emmy Powell Communication Specialist Seven FFA chapters presented their Agricultural Issues Forum presentations to Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) staff to prepare for area Leadership Development Events competitions. TFB staff listened to each presentation [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Dove management seminar to be held Aug. 6, Abilene
El Niño brought more than cooler temperatures and recent rains to the Lone Star State this year. The state is [...]