Farmers caught in perfect storm of economic challenges
Farmers, particularly those growing grain crops, are struggling economically due to a number of key challenges. Sam Kieffer, vice president of Public Policy for the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), said this is a rare intersection [...]
Students develop skills, connect with community leaders through Engage event
By Shelby Shank Field Editor A look at the free enterprise system, engaging with community leaders in agriculture, developing [...]
TFB offers new member benefit for H-2A program
By Julie Tomascik Editor Finding enough workers is one of the biggest challenges Texas farmers and ranchers face each year, [...]
FSA opens applications for Grassland CRP signup
Farmers, ranchers and private landowners can now sign up for the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program (Grassland CRP) through the U.S. [...]
USDA proposes poultry rule under Packers and Stockyards Act
Under a new rule proposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), poultry farmers would be guaranteed a base price [...]
Texas rural land sales continue, but slow
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Demand for Texas rural land continues as the state’s population grows and families and individuals [...]
Beef checkoff partners with Little League World Series
A new partnership hits a homerun between beef and baseball this summer. The “Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner.” brand, funded [...]
USDA provides boost to H5N1 response funding
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (UDSA) announced it is taking additional actions to ensure the health and viability of [...]
Schronk restores agricultural history one tractor at a time
By Shelby Shank Field Editor What started as a passion project for Trey Schronk has turned into a lifestyle [...]