Tight margins force Matagorda County farmer into survival mode
By Shelby Shank Field Editor For Richard Beyer, every decision on his Matagorda County farm now comes down to one question: Can he afford it? Shrinking margins, volatile markets and rising input costs have pushed [...]
Low inventory leads to uncertainty in cattle markets
A pair of recent market reports paint a picture of cattle on feed supplies remaining steady even as cash cattle prices moved [...]
USDA tags Nov. 5 for new EID rule
By Julie Tomascik Editor The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new animal disease traceability rule goes into effect Nov. [...]
Texas pumpkin crop great this fall
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Despite the hot summer, Texas pumpkin farmers saw increases in yields and quality. Good [...]
FARM Act would provide support to farmers facing economic challenges
By Julie Tomascik Editor A new bill aimed at offsetting financial pressure for farmers while waiting on a farm [...]
Rising quail numbers signal promising hunting season
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Timely rains and improved habitat have sparked optimism for bobwhite and scaled quail hunters [...]
Wharton County Farm Bureau hosts Ag Day, celebrates 25 years
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist Wharton County Farm Bureau once again shared agricultural information with elementary students in the community [...]
Farm Bureau talks tax credits with the White House
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) urged the Biden administration to prioritize American-grown crops in the production of sustainable fuels [...]
Lawmakers request GAO to review Paraguay beef imports
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson of Texas and U.S. House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” [...]