Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that starting Tuesday, April 15, eligible farmers and ranchers can sign up for U.S. Department of Agriculture disaster assistance programs restored by passage of the 2014 Farm Bill. “We implemented these programs in record … [Read more...]

U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency Administrator Juan M. Garcia today announced the extension of the Milk Income Loss Contract program. The extended MILC protects dairy farmers enrolled in the program against income loss through Sept. 1 or until a new … [Read more...]

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Thursday an increased opportunity for producers as a result of the 2014 Farm Bill.  A fact sheet outlining modifications to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency Farm Loan Programs is available. “Our … [Read more...]

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency Administrator Juan M. Garcia today recommended that farmers and ranchers who plan to participate in FSA programs register in advance.  Producers are encouraged to report farm records and business structure changes … [Read more...]

By Sherri HalsellTexas AgriLife AgentHealthful eating habits should start early in life or as soon a possible. Adults’ and children’s diets should include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low- and non-fat dairy products, beans, fish and lean meats. Calorie-dense … [Read more...]

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency Administrator Juan M. Garcia today repeated his appeal to livestock producers affected by natural disasters such as the drought in the West and the unexpected winter storm in the upper Midwest to keep thorough … [Read more...]

Clay-Jack County USDA Farm Service Agency Executive Director Mike McDonald urges producers who want to purchase coverage through the Noninsurable Crop Disaster Assistance Program to do so before the sales closing date of  March 15. NAP provides financial assistance … [Read more...]

L.C. Harrison of Dean was honored with the Texas Farm Bureau District 3 Pioneer Award on Sunday, Dec. 8 at TFB’s 80th Annual Meeting. The Texas Farm Bureau describes Harrison as a true promoter of agriculture. “The Pioneer Award recognizes those men and women … [Read more...]

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service announces applications for funding opportunities with the Environmental Quality Incentives Program are currently being accepted at the NRCS office located at 210 W. Ikard Street in Henrietta. NRCS in Texas will begin … [Read more...]

Clay-Jack County USDA Farm Service Agency Executive Director Mike McDonald announced that producers who file accurate and timely reports for all crops and land uses, including failed acreage can prevent the potential loss of FSA program benefits. “In order to comply … [Read more...]