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Texas Farm Bureau launches Farmers Feeding Families

By Julie Tomascik Editor A new initiative—Farmers Feeding Families—aims to reduce food insecurity at the local level. Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) launched the program earlier this year. Through partnerships with food banks, shelters and other [...]

Grants available as National Farm Safety Week nears

Farm accidents can lead to tragedy. But they can also lead to education. And as National Farm Safety Week—set for [...]

NFWF launches plan to halt monarch butterfly decline

By Julie Tomascik Associate Editor Bright orange with black and white markings. The monarch is easily the most recognizable butterfly. [...]

Coyote populations on the rise

An increased number of prey species because of a wet spring means more predators. And a bumper crop of coyotes [...]

Bills level sales tax playing field for Main Street retailers

Legislation that promotes fair competition between local and Main Street retailers and internet-only sellers continues to gain traction in the [...]

Farmers eye drones for agriculture’s future

By Julie Tomascik Associate Editor Tractors and combines are mainstays on the farm. And drones could soon join them as [...]

USDA commodity loans available to Texas producers

Marketing Assistance Loans (MALs) and Loan Deficiency Payments (LDPs) are available to help Texas farmers meet cash flow needs without [...]

Texas youth attend unique Beef 706

Class was in session this summer at Texas Tech University where students participated in a Beef 706 designed entirely for [...]

Farm bill safety net deadlines approach

It’s time to finalize your farm bill safety net program choice. The deadline to sign a contract and enroll in [...]

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