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Processing Plants Employ Majority of U.S. Food Workers

WASHINGTON, DC - In 2018, the U.S. food and beverage manufacturing sector employed more than 1.7 million people or just over 1 percent of all U.S. nonfarm employment.

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Could a Ban on Beef Imports Help Cattlemen?

AMARILLO, TX - There are calls on the government to restrict imports of beef at a time when cattle producers are losing money due to strained supply chains in the United States.

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More Resignations Coming as WTO Faces American Criticism

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND - It appears as if pressure from the United States to force modernization at the World Trade Organization (WTO) is leading to an exodus of leaders

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House to Consider Changes to PPP Loan Requirements

WASHINGTON, DC - The House of Representatives is expected to take up legislation this week that would overhaul the Payroll Protection Program (PPP).

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Report Suggests 5 Percent Reduction in Cattle Herd

WASHINGTON, DC - Cattle and calves on feed, as of the first of May, is running 5 percent below the same time last year, that's according to the latest USDA Cattle on Feed Report.

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Dairy Safety Net Providing Support During Challenging Times

WASHINGTON, DC - For the first time this calendar year, dairy producers signed up for the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program from USDA will receive a payment.

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Texas Battling Cattle Fever Tick, Cattle Industry Concerned

COLLEGE STATION, TX - While President Trump has been focused on a border wall to keep illegal immigrants out of the country, cattle producers have been worried about another border issue: the cattle fever tick.

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China Stepping Up Implementation of Phase One Agreement

WASHINGTON, DC - Amid deteriorating relations between the United States and China, USDA and the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced progress in the implementation of the Phase One Economic and Trade Agreement

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Three Trends Set to Drive Consumer Food Conversations

KANSAS CITY, MO - Issues that have appeared in the food industry over the past few months may drive new consumer demands in the future.

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As EPA Turns Fifty, Administrator Touts Bright Future

WASHINGTON, DC - As the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) turns 50 years old, Administrator Andrew Wheeler touted recent rollbacks in regulations and a new record of clean air and water in the United States.

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Memorial Day-A time of reflection and Remembrance

FLOYD COUNTY - Cristen Brooks gives some background on Memorial Day, and offers some suggestions for celebrating those that have died in defense of their country.

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WTO Trade Barometer Reflects Global Trade Contraction

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND - The World Trade Organization (WTO) says a sharp contraction in global trade could be on the way.

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Fed Chairman Paints Grim Second Quarter Recovery Outlook

WASHINGTON, DC - Testifying before the Senate Banking Committee Tuesday, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell flagged risks that could arise if the economic downturn associated with the pandemic continues for an extended time period

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'Full and immediate Expensing for Business' primary objective of Arrington's ALIGN Act

WASHINGTON - “Full expensing of new and used equipment is one of the best tax policies to spur job creation and economic growth,” said Whit Perryman, President & CEO of Vermeer Texas-Louisiana. Rep. Arrington's ALIGN Act does just that.

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Fire department joins community fighting hay-barn fire in Floydada

FLOYDADA - Shortly after the noon hour Wednesday, smoke began billowing from the crevices of a hay barn located on E. Houston Ave.

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