Recent heatwave sets records, adds to drought issues
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist A July heatwave brought record temperatures across Texas, according to State Climatologist Dr. John Nielsen-Gammon. [...]
Drought, heat adds challenges for ranchers, livestock
By Haley Herzog TFB Communications Intern Extreme dry weather and high temperatures have Texas ranchers facing tough decisions, including whether [...]
USDA designates three counties as disaster areas
Farmers and ranchers in Reagan, Sterling and Terrell counties in Texas, who suffered losses and damages caused by a recent [...]
Fourth of July activities spark concerns of wildfires
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist While many people celebrate our nation’s independence on the Fourth of July, the Texas A&M [...]
Wheat harvest yields mixed results
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist Winter wheat harvest continues across Texas, and the impact of the drought is being noticed. [...]
USDA designates 11 Texas counties as primary natural disaster areas
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated 11 counties in Texas as primary natural disaster areas due to losses [...]
Weather patterns result in polarizing situations for East, West Texas
By Justin Walker Communications Specialist It’s a tale of two halves in Texas, as farmers and ranchers in the western [...]