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Bills would establish electronic registry for livestock brands

By Julie Tomascik Editor A pair of proposed bills in the Texas Legislature aim to modernize the state’s livestock brand registration. If passed, HB 1417 and SB 503 would require all county clerk’s offices [...]

Deadly mosquito-borne illness found in six Texas horses

The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) is asking horse owners to consult their local veterinarian about vaccines for deadly mosquito-borne [...]

Do you need to inspect your trailer?

By Ned Meister TFB Commodity and Regulatory Activities Director Are you still wondering if you need to inspect your trailer? [...]

Recent rains brings Lake Meredith up 4 feet

Summer rains have been good for Texas Panhandle crops, landscapes and Lake Meredith. Last month’s rainfall added about 4 feet [...]

Sugarcane aphids a problem again this year

Sugarcane aphids are tiny bugs causing a big problem for South Plains farmers. And they’ve quickly multiplied in more than [...]

Army Corps memos warn of fatal flaws in WOTUS rule

Internal memos released by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee show the Army Corps of Engineers questioned the legal [...]

Beef Quality Assurance training set for Sept. 3, Floresville

Cattle ranchers are encouraged to attend a Beef Quality Assurance training Sept. 3 in Floresville. The program—presented by the Texas [...]

Rising lake levels boosts fish stocking

Widespread rains in May and June did more than just end the drought. They raised lakes to levels not seen [...]

Ag issues, policy development on the agenda

The Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) policy development process kicked off as members from District 8 met this week. Issues important [...]

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