Attendees can access over 150 agriculture-related businesses and trade show exhibitors. Pesticide license holders and veterinarians can also earn continuing education units during the event.
$5M gift will launch an official fundraising campaign and support the development of the new center at Texas A&M-RELLIS, a 2,400-acre applied research campus in Bryan.
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Farm equipment accidents pose one of the biggest threats in America’s most dangerous industries. The numbers are shocking – one in 10 tractor operators will flip their vehicle during their lifetime. This reality shows how common these accidents are on American farms.
Aside from environmental damage, floodwaters introduce a wide range of toxic and bacterial hazards to animals, especially those standing in stagnant water for extended periods.
Historically, the screwworm was a big problem in several areas of the southern U.S. prior to its eradication in the 1960s. Effective eradication in the U.S. was accomplished in 1966.
Texas watermelon growers reported good yields and excellent quality, but market prices are not so sweet going into the peak season.
Researchers are analyzing “big data” sets, including satellite imagery and 25 years of weather data, to detect early warning signs of decline in tidal wetlands across the country.
After successful completion of the course and accompanying exam, participants are eligible to apply to become a certified and insured prescribed burn manager with the Texas Department of Agriculture.
Texas farmers continue to find ways to add value to their operations through alternative crops like oilseeds and cover crop forages.
GREENWICH, N.Y. — Tiny but mighty, miniature cows have captured the hearts of farmers, homesteaders, and animal lovers alike. With their compact frames, gentle dispositions, and undeniable charm, these downsized bovines are showing up everywhere from backyard pastures to Instagram feeds. But…
What started as a niche class for Central Texas hobbyists has grown into a statewide movement to support and educate a new generation of beekeepers.
Gov. Greg Abbott announced the creation of a response team combining Texas Parks and Wildlife and Texas Animal Health Commission to combat New World screwworms.
Whether you’re growing tomatoes, managing crops or striving for the perfect lawn, soil testing is key to success. A soil test ensures plants get exactly what they need to thrive.
A new study shows chicken fertility rates in U.S. broiler eggs could decline to approximately 60% by 2050. That decline could lead to chicken production issues and higher consumers costs.
A new study shows chicken fertility rates in U.S. broiler eggs could decline to approximately 60% by 2050. That decline could lead to chicken production issues and higher consumers costs.
A well-chosen bull drives genetic progress, influencing traits such as feed efficiency, carcass quality and maternal ability.
Last year, coming into March and early April, the drought index was improving, but this year, conditions are worsening as the wheat crop is breaking dormancy and starting reproductive growth.
USDA is projecting a significant increase in net farm income in 2025, primarily driven by an expected increase in direct government payments, rather than changes in commodity prices or costs.
The detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza in dairy cattle was the first of its kind and shocked the global scientific community.
There are several factors that contribute to a shift in consumer preferences when it comes to meat products, but one thing is a constant — those preferences are always changing.
Prior to the decline in available cattle, the average number of days for cattle on feed was 90 to 120, according to the USDA. It is now 200.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is launching agricultural trade promotion programs for 2025 and accepting applications for four export market development programs.
With the rising cost of eggs, more people are considering raising backyard chickens for fresh, homegrown eggs. However, caring for a flock requires more than just setting up a coop.
The Texas A&M AgriLife Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture hosted an agriculture forum Monday, bringing together industry experts to discuss ways of improving food nutrition, production, and consumer behavior.
When they purchased their ranch near Weimar, Lori and David Hessel had a vision—cattle, restoring native grasses, and managing their land sustainably. But they had no idea where to start.