Texas farmers tell Congress to pass farm bill, economic assistance
By Julie Tomascik Editor The farm bill, a five-year piece of legislation that provides security for farmers, still has yet to pass, and Texas farmers are calling on Congress to get it done. A [...]
Ramp up America renewable fuels, drive down gas prices
Gasoline prices are approaching $4 per gallon, a six-year high. The reason being is driving demands from Americans especially for [...]
TWDB seeks applications for ag water conservation projects
Since 1985, the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has annually solicited grant applications for agricultural water conservation projects, having distributed [...]
First 2014 confirmed case of VS in cattle
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) has confirmed the state and nation’s first 2014 case of Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) in [...]
AgriLife agencies surveying cattle ranchers, industry
Texas A&M University System agricultural agencies will help collect Texas stocker cattle survey data. The stocker segment is a vital [...]
Field to Market unveils ag supply chain program
Field to Market’s new agricultural supply chain program will focus on benchmarking current sustainability and improving yields for U.S. commodity [...]
New soil testing tool reduces fertilizer use, costs
Farmers test their soil to determine how much fertilizer is needed for improved crops and higher yields. These tests measure [...]
Armyworms advance on East Texas
East Texas pastures and hay fields are overrun by armyworm caterpillars. Armyworms can be found on nearly any plant as [...]
Pesticide applicator training set for July 31, Canyon
With the recent invasion of sugarcane aphids, South Texas grain sorghum farmers saw how pest infestation can damage their crops. [...]