Collegiate Farm Bureau involvement shows growth in Texas
By Julie Tomascik Editor A collegiate agricultural organization is taking root across university campuses in Texas, where a growing number of students are joining to promote agriculture, grow their professional networks and strengthen their skills. [...]
Texas ranks top in U.S. cattle inventory
All cattle and calves in the United States as of Jan. 1, 2015 totaled 89.8 million head, 1 percent above [...]
TFB supports COOL repeal for beef, pork and poultry
Legislation that would save U.S. agricultural exports from punitive trade retaliation has received support from Texas’ largest farm organization, according [...]
WOTUS rule troubles Texas farmers and ranchers
A final rule by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) would expand its authority under the Clean Water Act and could [...]
TWDB approves $2,025,000 for water distribution lines, Fannin County
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) recently approved by resolution financial assistance in the amount of $2,025,000 from the Drinking [...]
Sustainability should not be incorporated in dietary guidelines
While farmers and ranchers strongly support work on agricultural sustainability, there is no scientific basis for incorporating sustainability concepts in [...]
Additional support for Texas citrus growers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) recently announced financial assistance is available to eligible Texas citrus [...]
Avian flu outbreak worst on record
Although the Lone Star State has not had any confirmed cases, the worst avian flu outbreak on record has Texas [...]
Spring photo contest deadline nears
Bigger. Brighter. Better. This year’s Texas Farm Bureau spring photo contest is just that. But don’t miss out! The June [...]