Runnels County Farm Bureau

06/23/2026

You can stay up-to-date with the latest confirmations through USDA's website at screwworm.gov.

There are currently 13 active cases of New World screwworm. You can stay up-to-date with the latest confirmations through USDA's website at screwworm.gov.

Other information to reference:

📍Know your zone:
The Texas Animal Health Commission has an interactive map that allows Texans to enter an address and determine whether they are located within a surveillance, buffer, or quarantine zone.

The map also provides information on movement restrictions and response measures that may apply in your area.

View the map: https://txfb.us/NWS-zone-TAHC

📍Reporting
Early detection and reporting are critical.

Livestock & Pets: Call TAHC at 1-800-550-8242
Wildlife: Call TPWD at 512-389-4505

06/14/2026

Dig in! And let Texas Farm Bureau help students make the connection to agriculture through our Learning from the Ground Up Garden Grant Program AND our Homeschool Garden Grant Program.

The deadline for garden grant applications for public and private schools is Sept. 21. Get the details and apply: https://txfb.us/gardengrant26

The deadline for the Homeschool Garden Grant program application is Aug. 17. Get the details and apply: https://txfb.us/homeschoolgardengrant

06/14/2026

05/25/2026

They served with pride for our freedom. Remembering and honoring all those who sacrificed for us on this .

05/21/2026

05/07/2026

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Each year brings challenges like weather, markets, equipment breakdowns, and more. And 2026 has definitely had its share of obstacles. But being a farmer and rancher takes faith, hope and love. It’s gratitude for the little moments and prayers for a brighter tomorrow.

And we ask a special blessing for those who work the land, care for livestock, and everyone involved in agriculture.

05/05/2026

We ask a special blessing for those who work the land and care for livestock.

05/01/2026

Last call! Ag teachers with 1 to 5 years of experience in the classroom are encouraged to attend our FREE Early Ag Teacher Professional Development this summer!

This year's workshop will focus on two tracks: Ag Mechanics and Floral Design.

The event includes:
✔️ presentations by ag experts who specialize in education
✔️ Site visits to H-E-B's floral department and TSTC's Ag Mechanics program

Registration is limited to 40 teachers per track.

Get the details: https://txfb.us/agteachPD

Register by May 4: https://txfb.us/agteacherPDreg26

04/16/2026

Today's the day 🙌 See yall soon for our annual Food Connection Event 🍔🌞

04/07/2026

Join us next week!! 🍔 🍔