Texas participating in USDA voluntary H5N1 pilot program
Texas is one of several states participating in a voluntary U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) pilot program to test bulk milk tanks on dairy farms for highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1). Farmers in the program [...]
USDA proposes definition of farming to close loophole
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a proposed rule to limit farm payments to non-farmers, consistent with requirements [...]
USDA extends ARC, PLC deadlines
American farmers and ranchers have a few more days to select which farm bill safety net program they'd like to [...]
Farm Bureau members making a difference on WOTUS
The vigilant outreach efforts of Farm Bureau members across the nation are making a difference, with key votes in the [...]
EPA approves Transform use in Texas for sugarcane aphids
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted Section 18 emergency use exemptions for four states, including Texas, for application [...]
Free online BQA certification through April 15
Ranchers, feeders and dairymen can earn free Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification through April 15, reports Drovers CattleNetwork. The offer [...]
Renew expiring 2011 CSP contracts by March 31
Farmers, ranchers and forest landowners who signed Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) contracts in 2011 with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s [...]
Growing health concerns for Texas-Mexico border cattle
As Texas continues dealing with violence and other critical issues along the Texas-Mexico border, the threat of an animal disease [...]
Backyard Basics Expo set for March 28, San Antonio
The Backyard Basics Exposition will provide information, educational opportunities and hands-on demonstrations related to producing, preparing and preserving homegrown and [...]