Texas drought eases with January rainfall
By Julie Tomascik Editor It was dry in Fayette County just a few months ago, much like it was across most of the Lone Star State. But that all changed last week. Nearly 8 [...]
USDA offers new resource for healthy eating on a budget
Want to make better eating decisions on a conservative budget? The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) launched a new tool [...]
Water suppliers confront deficiencies in Texas
The Lone Star State ends the first quarter as the fifth driest on record, which may result in some small [...]
Annual Stiles Farm Field Day, Thrall
The Stiles Farm hosts a field day each year presenting the latest research and management practices for farmers and ranchers. [...]
Pilot program offers coverage for fruit, vegetable growers
Fruit and vegetable growers now operate without a safety net, but that will soon change. The U.S. Department of Agriculture [...]
Landslide vote by House for WRRDA Conference Report
By a 412 to 4 vote, the House passed the conference report on HR 3080, the Water Resources Reform and [...]
Memorial Day grilling and food safety tips
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts offer proper food safety tips when grilling for Memorial Day cookouts in AgriLife Today. [...]
Beef Cattle Short Course set for Aug. 4-6
Ranchers can have an in-depth look at past and future aspects of Texas beef cattle production at the 60th annual [...]
USDA works with schools on meal flexibility
U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service announced new flexibility for school districts working to meet whole grain [...]