Thompson open to informal farm bill talks
By Shelby Shank Field Editor As the deadline nears for Congress to pass a new farm bill before the current extension expires, U.S. Representatives express their concerns over the lack of movement on the [...]
TWDB approved $247,000 for rural projects
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approved financial assistance for two rural water projects, according to TWDB news release. The [...]
Nation’s corn planting ahead of 2014 pace
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) latest Crop Progress report, nearly 20 percent of the nation’s corn has [...]
USDA grants $285 million in rural schools payments
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently declared $285 million will go to 41 states and the Commonwealth of Puerto [...]
Water quality training set for May 7, Kosse
A Texas Watershed Steward workshop on water quality issues related to the Navasota River will be held from 1-5 p.m. [...]
U.S. agricultural exports to Cuba could exceed $1 billion
More open trade with Cuba could boost agricultural exports and add jobs to the U.S. economy, according to Southwest Farm [...]
USDA explains current avian flu outbreaks
Dr. John Clifford, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Chief Veterinary Office, recently held a press call to help [...]
Range management workshop set for May 1, Seymour
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host the Baylor County Range Management Workshop May 1 in Seymour, according to [...]
Shrimp, oyster regulations comment period open until May 21
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is currently seeking public comment on proposed changes in commercial shrimp and oyster [...]