http://www.gainesvilleregister.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:16:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_316171812.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_316171812.html Making a profit from agricultural property has always presented challenges for those choosing to do so. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:05:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_302140818.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_302140818.html Improving beef cattle handling can increase your farm's profitability and safety. Good beef cattle handling entails knowing how to move cattle on the farm safely and efficiently; how to load and unload cattle from trailers; having adequately designed cattle handling facilities and much more. There are many options that enable you to improve your cattle handling. The changes you make can be tailored to meet your needs, concerns, and resources. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:08:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_295151009.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_295151009.html Planting trees and shrubs in the fall gives them an advantage next spring. Plant roots grow anytime the soil temperature is 40 degrees or higher, which may occur all winter in Texas. During the winter months, the root systems will begin to develop and become established. When spring arrives, this expanded root system can support and take advantage of the full surge of spring growth. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:35:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_288153657.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_288153657.html One of the worst weed problems we are facing in Cooke County is the thistle. This problem is usually noticed and reacted to during the late spring. However, Fall is one of the best times for thistle control. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:09:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_281151213.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_281151213.html Recent rains have caused the germination of most of the winter weeds we often see in our lawns here in Cooke County. Because of this, it is already too late to apply preemergent herbicides. Luckily, all is not lost, Fall is also the best time to apply post-emergent herbicides for winter broadleaf weeds. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:16:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_274162000.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_274162000.html Two species of armyworms attack forage and field crops in north Texas. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:04:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_267150605.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_267150605.html Washington, D.C. - Members of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association (TSCRA) gathered in Washington, D.C. lastweek to meet with members of Congress and regulatory officials to discuss issues critical to the cattle industry. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:02:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_267150426.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_267150426.html Leaves are truly a valuable natural resource. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:18:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_239152014.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_239152014.html Washington, D.C.— The United States Department of Agriculture today announced that funds will be available to farmers and ranchers in the Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) to repair farm and ranch land damaged by natural disasters that occurred in 2008 and 2009. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:15:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_239151739.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_239151739.html Driving through the county, I can see many trees with dead, small branches evident throughout a tree. Possibly one of these is in your yard. Chances are good that this could be caused by squirrels. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:53:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_232135424.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_232135424.html The Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) Is available for crops and commodities for which crop insurance is not available. This coverage includes small grain acreages that are hayed, grazed or silaged. Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:41:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_085114258.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_085114258.html The City of Pilot Point will host Green Horse Day on Saturday, March 28. This event is presented by the Pilot Point Community Opera House (PPCOH) to celebrate our horse country heritage and the little bit of Irish in all of us. The event was originally planned for March 14, but the inclement weather that weekend convinced the organizers to postpone the parade for two weeks. Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:39:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_085114120.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_085114120.html News from the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC), informs us of a producer requested cattle trichomaniasis program beginning April 1. Breeding bulls entering Texas from any other state must be either 24 months of age or younger and certified as a virgin, or be tested negative for cattle trichomoniasis within 30 days prior to entry. The entry requirements are part of a regulatory package adopted by the commissioners for the TAHC February 24 to address trichomoniasis, a venereal disease of cattle that causes infertility and abortions, resulting in extended breeding seasons and diminished calf crops, costing livestock producers valuable income. Cattle trichomoniasis is not a human health issue. Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:20:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_057102613.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_057102613.html High winds and chilly conditions didn’t deter die-hard cutters last Saturday as many chose to brave the inclimate weather to compete at Rebecca Algar’s Los Lobos Ranch. The well designed and recently completed arena provided sufficient comfort and the M.C.H.A. hosted event had a good turnout. Ron Ralls of Gainesville claimed first in the open division with a score of 71 and Jo Ellard of the EE Ranch, Whitesboro, won the Non-Pro with a 66. Mark your calendars now for the next N.C.H.A. sanctioned cutting at Los Lobos Ranch on March 7. You can also call Gail and Bob Dittmeier at (214) 794-3108 for more information. Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:18:00 +0000 http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_057102002.html http://www.gainesvilleregister.com/agnews/local_story_057102002.html Greenbugs have once again begun to make their presence know here in Cooke County. As the small grains crop starts actively growing, the presence of these unwanted aphids can stress to the crop and signal economic losses.