Agriculture - Water Grows

Investing in Future Generations

]Today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders – this is certainly true in many areas of life, but it is particularly crucial when it comes to conservation and agriculture. Natural resources are vital to our everyday lives for many reasons. Perhaps one of the most important is in the production of our food.

Celebrating the Women in Texas Agriculture

Have you ever stopped to thank a female farmer for growing the food on your plate? Women contribute greatly to agriculture and have played a significant role in the advancement of the industry over the years. In fact, there are 1.2 million female farmers and ranchers in the U.S., and more than half of farms have […]

A Love of Farming

Before the sun rises, farmers up are prepping for the busy day ahead. All day long, they tend to their land, crops, equipment and much more, often long after the sun goes down. There is a lot of work that goes into growing our food – and a lot of unique experiences that come with […]

The Meaning Behind Water Grows

Water impacts our lives and the natural world, often to a greater extent than first meets the eye. It’s required for survival by nearly every living thing and has a fundamental role in our lives. Not only are our bodies largely comprised of this essential resource, but water is also necessary in our daily routines, […]

A Regenerative Approach to Agricultural Conservation

More than half a million farmers and ranchers are implementing conservation practices on their farms across the U.S. One West Texas farmer is taking his conservation efforts one step further with a regenerative approach to agricultural production. “It’s about putting the land first and that’s really what regenerative agriculture is all about,” R.N. Hopper, a […]

Future Directions: Irrigation Study

Water is becoming an increasingly scarce resource that must be shared by agriculture, other businesses and industries, and with city residents.

Texas Farmers’ Conservation Efforts Benefit Everyone

The topic of “Water” in the agricultural industry is discussed almost anywhere you go these days. Whether you are at a meeting or talking with neighbors and friends, the lack of rainfall and underground water reserves is a concern for those who depend on it for growing and producing America’s food and fiber.