Welcome to our News Page. Today’s Ranchers are involved with more than just their own operation. They are often the cornerstone of the local economy and are involved with all aspects of community life. This news section will contain news stories that relate to all aspects of rural life and not just market reports.
Lakes Buchanan and Travis are the two water supply reservoirs in the Highland Lakes system. Both lakes fluctuate, capturing water during rainy times to provide a reliable water supply for our region during drier times such as these. Read more about … Continue reading →
RENO, Nevada – Consistent with the direction in the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bureau of Land Management Nevada State Office released an environmental assessment analyzing four parcels (4,720 acres) for the proposed July 2023, Competitive Oil and Gas Lease Sale. … Continue reading →
Cattlemen’s Livestock Auction – Dalhart, TX AMS Livestock, Poultry, & Grain Market News Texas Dept of Ag Market News
Continue reading →NEW ORLEANS, February 13, 2023 – As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to making Western communities more resilient to the impacts of drought and climate change, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced new investments and strategies to help farmers … Continue reading →
KANSAS CITY, MO., Feb. 9, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced today an investment of $70 million in sustainable agricultural projects that integrate research, education, and Extension efforts. The goal … Continue reading →
Courtesy AFB – American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on EPA’s issuance of yet another Waters of the United States Rule, which will replace the Navigable Waters Protection Rule. “AFBF is extremely disappointed in the EPA and Army … Continue reading →
SAN JUAN, P.R., January 9, 2023 — Today, at the American Farm Bureau Federation annual convention, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced several major developments at the U.S. Department of Agriculture that will benefit farmers, ranchers and producers across the nation. “At … Continue reading →
WASHINGTON, Nov. 22, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced an investment of $59.4 million to support the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program’s (GusNIP) Produce Prescription and Nutrition Incentive programs designed to encourage families and individuals to … Continue reading →
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2022 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Chief Scientist Chavonda Jacobs-Young today announced a nearly $24 million investment across 45 organizations and institutions that teach and train beginning farmers and ranchers. “Investing in the professional development of our … Continue reading →
Courtesy TSCRA – DONNA, Texas – In late August, after stealing three head of registered Beefmaster cattle, Ashley Ruiz was questioned, arrested and charged with a third-degree felony for theft of livestock. Upon receiving a call from the ranch owner, Texas … Continue reading →