Runnels County Agrilife Cotton Field Day
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ECAP deadline is August 15
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is issuing up to $10 billion in payments through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) for the 2024 crop year.
More hogs and pig inventory
“There was 75.14 million hogs in inventory as of June 1 that is slightly more than last year,” says USDA Livestock Economist Mike McConnell. “For breeding purposes there is 5.98 million hogs, slightly down from last year’s 6.01 but just down by one percent.” The pig crop from March through May had 2.91 million farrowings, which slightly less than last year.
It Happened to Me—An Agricultural Pesticide Accident
In December 2024 I wrote about emergency help for chemical accidents on the farm, at home, at work. The national toll free number 1-800-222-1222 accesses immediate assistance and advice for any type of poisoning.
Rollins, Kennedy tour Texas A&M AgriLife to connect agriculture and health
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins ‘94 and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. toured Texas A&M AgriLife on April 29 to gain a greater understanding of how Texas A&M is working to advance agriculture as a solution to health.
Don't let fire ants ruin your summer, take steps this spring
Recent rains makes it a good time to control fire ants as this is when they search for food and build mounds, which makes them easier to locate.
Hay, forage conditions improve with rainfall
Hay and forage conditions improved across the state with recent rainfall, setting the stage for promising hay yields and rangeland conditions for livestock grazing, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.
Wheat production and prices are down, but options are available
Wheat producers are in a tough position due to drought right now, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialist. However, there are options available that could improve their bottom line.
Five things to know about raising backyard chickens
With the rising cost of eggs, more people may be considering raising backyard chickens for fresh, homegrown eggs. However, caring for a flock requires more than just setting up a coop.
Runnels County 4-H’ers earn $10,000 Scholarships
This past week two Runnels County 4-H’ers earned scholarships competing in the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. Kealynn Hoelscher, Winters 4-H, earned a $10,000… Login to continue reading Login…