TFB state director testifies in support of HB 4163
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Despite the overwhelming passage in 2023 of Proposition 1, which protects farmers and ranchers from unnecessary municipal regulations, some cities continue to impose restrictive rules. Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) [...]
Latest USDA report shows drop in 2023 farm income
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) latest Farm Income Forecast Report shows a significant drop between 2022 and 2023. The [...]
Texas family cultivates Christmas cheer by growing poinsettias
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Their vibrant appearance and seasonal timing make poinsettias special and beloved during the holiday [...]
Drought, other factors limit pheasant production
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter Pheasant hunting season opens in 37 Texas counties on Saturday, and the Texas Parks and [...]
Farmers can respond to irrigation, water management survey
The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) mailed survey codes to a selected sample of irrigators across the 50 states [...]
U.S. Senate Ag Committee discusses AI, precision technology
By Julie Tomascik Editor Precision agriculture, including artificial intelligence (AI), was the topic of a recent U.S. Senate Ag Committee [...]
Potential fishing regulation changes proposed
By Jessica Domel Multimedia Reporter To support spotted seatrout populations as they continue to recover from a freeze in 2021, [...]
Students learn ‘paw’some lessons about farm dogs
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Students across the state saw a working farm dog in action through Texas Farm Bureau’s [...]
Fifth graders learn about agriculture through hands-on activities
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Over 300 fifth graders from Pine Tree Middle School know more about agriculture thanks to [...]