Hill Country Agriculture Briefs

Check out the resource below.  We shared this information with attendees last week at our Spring Beef Cattle Workshop.  I think you’ll find it very useful as you think about “How Many Animals Can I Pasture on my Property? Domestic Livestock and Natural Resource Stewardship

If you are considering purchasing a squeeze chute, check out the article below from the Progressive Cattleman.  The author covers all the basics including needing a chute to release downed or stressed cattle. http://progressivecattle.com/component/content/article/93-featured-main-page/6215-selecting-a-squeeze-chute-based-on-bqa-guidelines?utm_source=E-newsletters&utm_campaign=f826f7a61a-051314_Cattleman_Extra&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ce73e33a7d-f826f7a61a-87187353      

Presenter: Mike Marshall Date: Thursday, June 5, 2014 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST Credit: 1 TDA Pesticide CEU -.5 Ag. Pesticide CEU (Integrated Pest Management) and .5 Ag. Pesticide CEU (Drift Minimization) Description: This webinar will disclose the importance of water quality to Texas by highlighting the path to water impairment, causes of […]

Upon request of the Texas cattle industry, the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) will conduct a referendum on the establishment of a refundable assessment on cattle sales or ownership transfer in Texas.  Only an individual or legal business entity who has owned cattle any time in Texas from June 6, 2013 to June 6, 2014 […]

Make plans to attend an excellent sheep and goat program planned for Thursday, May 22nd from 6-8:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Bandera.  Cost is $15/person and includes a meal.  CEU credit be offered as well.  Topics include an industry update, marketing options and health/reproductive considerations. The registration deadline is nearing so call and […]

As of June 1, 2014, individuals wishing to obtain a Private Applicator, Commercial or Non-Commercial License will be required to test with PSI Services.  No longer will a TDA Inspector be able to come to a county and administer the appropriate test.  Details for this new protocol are listed below.  If you are considering obtaining a license, please […]

Check out the latest edition of Entomology Update.  Some interesting facts on agave weevils. 05- May14- agave weevils

In accordance with provisions of Texas Agriculture Code and Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) rules, TDA will conduct a referendum to allow cattle producers the opportunity to vote on establishing the Texas Beef Checkoff program. The referendum voting will begin on Monday, June 2, 2014, and continue through Friday, June 6, 2014. Eligible producers may vote […]