USDA invests $105 million in New World screwworm projects
By Julie Tomascik Editor Several Texas universities and research institutions will play a role in advancing New World screwworm detection, control and eradication efforts after being selected for funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's [...]
U.S. Fish and Wildlife proposes ESA listing for Monarch butterfly
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) proposed listing the Monarch butterfly as threatened under the Endangered Species Act [...]
Angelina CFB recognized for teacher resources, appreciation
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist An event designed to encourage and appreciate teachers among the community was recognized by [...]
High pollen levels mark the start of cedar fever in Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Cedar fever season has arrived in Texas. Cedar fever is an allergic reaction to the [...]
USDA raises 2025 agricultural trade deficit
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is projecting the U.S. agricultural trade deficit will have [...]
Book signing highlights 2024 AFBFA Book of the Year
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist A book showcasing seasons changing, relationships and a tree orchard was featured at a book [...]
Ownership filing requirement suspended again
Earlier this month, a federal court halted the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirement from the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Financial [...]
Court rulings cause confusion on Corporate Transparency Act
After this story was published, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals issued a ruling that puts this reporting requirement on [...]
Tick research aims to prevent spread of African swine fever
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Scientists are assessing a tick’s potential to spread African swine fever (ASF) in the Southern [...]