Read part 1 of 4 Farmers and ranchers are an essential part of the food production process. Without them, we wouldn’t just be without fresh fruits and vegetables, but also our favorite cereals, dairy products and protein-packed cuts of meat. As with all business owners, farmers rely on the market to determine a fair price [...]
Read part 2 of 4 Fuel is a major expense for most Americans and especially for farmers and ranchers. They depend on fuel to run their tractors. Petroleum is the seedstock for synthetic fertilizers to grow healthy crops, and fuel powers the trucks that transport their goods from the field to the store. “The biggest [...]
Read part 3 of 4 So, what can you expect on your next trip to the grocery store? American consumers likely will pay moderately higher prices at the store for some food products, particularly for processed goods that require additional links in the production chain. “We’d expect to see the goods with a higher degree [...]
We’re excited to introduce you to Texas Table Top, a site to celebrate the many foods, places and people that make the Lone Star State great. The thing I love most about Texas is its diversity. You can drive a few hours and see everything from flat, sweeping plains to a bustling major city to [...]
