USDA makes updates to farm loan programs
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced updates to the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Farm Loan Programs in a move aimed at improving farm profitability for new and beginning [...]
Private property rights resurface in Washington
Legislation to strengthen private property rights was approved in the House of Representatives by a vote of 365-65. Supported by [...]
New campaign highlights milk protein
“Milk Life,” the new $60 million cross-platform campaign, focuses on the protein power of milk, aiming to reinforce milk’s nutritional [...]
Agriculture secretary outlines farm bill timeline
In an effort to help growers make informed decisions for the 2015 crop year regarding the new farm bill options, [...]
AgriLife Extension to offer continuing education at Wichita Falls Ranch and Farm Expo
A multi-agency continuing education units (CEUs) program is set for March 5-6 during the annual Wichita Falls Ranch and Farm [...]
High Plains Dairy Conference slated for March 5-6, Lubbock
Experts will address issues important to dairies of diverse sizes, locations and complexities during the High Plains Dairy Conference set [...]
FDA proposes updates to Nutrition Facts label
For the first time in nearly 20 years, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed major changes to its [...]
SDA extends comment period for Brazil beef imports
The comment period for a proposed rule to allow fresh beef imports, under specific conditions, will be extended for 60 [...]
Texas calf crop expected to decline in 2014
Continued decline in the Texas calf crop is expected for 2014, with total cow numbers decreasing by 2 to 3 [...]