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Texas Corn Planting with Water Conservation in Mind

There is something special about new beginnings – and Texas farmer Braden Gruhlkey appreciates the experience new beginnings bring each year as he lowers his planter to the ground.

Conservation Up Close: Soil Health

When you think about conservation, what comes to mind? Saving water, recycling or picking up trash at your local park are likely first thoughts. But have you ever thought about conserving soil? It should come as no surprise that soil conservation is a top priority for farmers and something they

5 Reasons Why We Love Water…and You Should, Too

How could something you use every single day be special? Well, what if we told you that water, though often overlooked, is far from ordinary—it’s truly remarkable. From its fundamental role in our daily lives to its extraordinary properties, water deserves our admiration.

Conservation + Irrigated Agriculture

Since 1980, farmers have decreased water usage by 56% with every irrigated bushel grown. Discover why farming in a resource-conscious way is important for Texas farmer Russell Williams.

Williams Family: Protecting Natural Resources On and Off the Farm

Conservation is top-of-mind for many Texas farmers, and that is especially true for the Williams family. The conservation practices they implement help reduce erosion and help protect natural resources on and off the farm.

Managing Cycling Drought Via Conservation + Optimism

In the semi-arid climate of the Texas High Plains, one of the most agriculturally-productive regions in the state, fourth-generation farmer Wesley Spurlock is acquainted all too well with drought. In fact, he said he started his farming career amidst a drought in 1980 after graduating college.

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

Healthy Soil = Clean, Abundant Water

Soil plays a critical role in supporting life on earth. Healthy soil serves as the base of an ecosystem full of living organisms that helps sustain plants, animals, and even us. Soil provides us a bountiful food supply, beautiful landscapes, and even the support on which we build homes. But

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.

Preparing for a Successful Crop: Planting Strategies

Going into pre-season, or the time before planting, one of the first decisions farmers must make is what crops to plant. Rodney Schronk and his wife Susan farm in Hill County, Texas, explain their decision to grow corn, cotton, wheat and sunflowers is complex.

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Texas Corn Planting with Water Conservation in Mind

Conservation Up Close: Soil Health

5 Reasons Why We Love Water…and You Should, Too

Conservation + Irrigated Agriculture

Williams Family: Protecting Natural Resources On and Off the Farm

Managing Cycling Drought Via Conservation + Optimism

A Love of Farming

Healthy Soil = Clean, Abundant Water

Texas Farmer Adapts During Challenging Times

Preparing for a Successful Crop: Planting Strategies

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