Feral Hog Bounty Program Addresses Hog Nuisance
Austin County combats the growing feral hog problem with a new bounty program, offering $5 for each pair of hog ears collected.
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Category: Agriculture
Three Tips To Pick Out A Sweet Watermelon
To select a ripe watermelon, look for a large, creamy yellow field spot, which indicates the melon ripened well on the vine. Knock gently on the melon and listen for a deep sound, which suggests ripeness. Choose a dull-colored, heavy watermelon, as these traits correlate with juiciness and ripeness.
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Wheat Harvest Struggling Across The State
The 2024 Texas wheat harvest faced challenges due to varying weather conditions across the state, with areas experiencing heavy rains, hail, and drought affecting yield and quality. AgriLife Extension agronomists reported that while some regions, like the South Plains and Panhandle, had better conditions, others, such as the Blackland region and East Texas, suffered significant losses due to storms and hail. Overall, the harvest was delayed, and yields were lower than expected, reflecting the impact of weather extremes on agriculture in the state.
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Live Demonstrations Highlight Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course
The 70th annual Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course offers live demonstrations and expert-led sessions on the latest in livestock technology, cattle handling, and brush control from August 5-7 in Bryan-College Station.
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Texas A&M’s Agricultural And Food Policy Center Key In Farm Bill Development
The Agricultural and Food Policy Center (AFPC) at Texas A&M University plays a pivotal role in shaping U.S. agricultural policy through its unbiased research and analysis, assisting legislative decision-makers in developing each new farm bill. Currently, the center is actively engaged in advising Congress on the 2024 Farm Bill, focusing on enhancing safety nets for farmers, addressing climate challenges, and supporting rural development and nutrition programs critical to American agriculture. As negotiations continue, the AFPC remains dedicated to providing essential data and insights to ensure the bill meets the diverse needs of agricultural stakeholders nationwide.
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