6 Benefits of Domestically Grown Food
There’s a whole lot more to the food on your plate than providing your body nutrients and sustenance. In fact, our nation’s prosperity is rooted in a robust food supply chain that all starts with the hard work of American farmers and ranchers.
3 Ways Texas Family Farms Grow Our Economy
Farms don’t just grow our food – they’re important businesses that contribute to our economy, too! Farms generate economic activity that flows through local communities, and ultimately, Texas and the nation as a whole. Check out these three ways Texas family farms grow our economy all thanks to water. 1. Jobs Texas family farms support […]
Managing Cycling Drought Via Conservation + Optimism
Texas is no stranger to drought. Extended periods of hot, dry weather with little to no rainfall are commonplace in many areas across the state. Still, the impacts of drought can be more difficult to adapt to. Drought is a complex issue that stretches beyond just lack of rainfall – each of us is impacted, […]
Texas Farmer Adapts During Challenging Times
The journey our food makes from field to fork can be complex. Since farmers represent the genesis of this process, it’s important to understand the practices they implement to address environmental and economic challenges in support of our food supply. Daniel Berglund, farmer from the Texas Coastal Bend, said that while no two years in […]
4 Ways Texas Conservation Makes Economic Sense
Did you know that the Texas agriculture industry provides more than just the food on your plate? The Texas agriculture industry is among the primary drivers of the economy, generating billions in economic activity and hundreds of thousands of jobs. In fact, the 2017 Census of Agriculture indicated that Texas agriculture contributed nearly $25 billion […]