DAILY AG NEWS for 10/03/2025
Trump Soybean Talks Compete With China’s Record Buys LUBBOCK, TX – U.S. soybean growers are watching closely after President Trump announced he will meet with China’s President Xi in four weeks, with soybeans expected to top the
DAILY AG NEWS for 10/02/2025
USDA Grain Stocks Report Surprises Corn and Wheat NASHVILLE, TN – USDA’s September 1 Grain Stocks report leaned bearish for corn and wheat while soybeans landed close to expectations. Old-crop corn stocks were reported at 1.532 billion
Floydada Pumpkin Makes It to Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, DC -Floydada was proudly represented in our nation’s capital this week when Floydada EDC Director and Chamber Board Member Ryan Crowe paid a visit to Washington, D.C. During his trip, Crowe made sure to share a
DAILY AG NEWS for 10/01/2025
EPA Proposes Temperature-Based Cutoffs For Dicamba Use NASHVILLE, TN – The Environmental Protection Agency is shifting its approach to over-the-top (OTT) dicamba applications on dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybeans. Instead of calendar-based cutoffs, the agency has proposed a
Floydada BPA Hosts Annual 5k Punkin Run at Punkin Days
FLOYDADA, TX – Runners, walkers, and pumpkin enthusiasts alike are invited to take part in the annual Floydada 5K Punkin Run on Saturday, October 11th during Punkin Days festivities. The event is organized to support the local
Street Dance to Cap Off Punkin Days with Live Music and Fun
FLOYDADA, TX – Punkin Days will go out with a bang this year as the Floydada Chamber of Commerce has announced a street dance and concert to follow the day’s festivities. The concert will feature the band
Road Safety During Harvest Season Calls for Shared Responsibility
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – As harvest season arrives across the region, roadways are seeing an increase in large farm equipment traveling between fields and through town. With more machinery sharing the roads, safety becomes a responsibility for
DAILY AG NEWS for 09/30/2025
Global Food Security Improves But Risks Persist Worldwide WASHINGTON, DC – With food insecurity still affecting millions worldwide, USDA’s Economic Research Service projects conditions will improve significantly over the next decade. In 2025, approximately 604 million people
Lockney ISD Students Participate in Annual See You at the Pole Event
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney ISD students, staff, and community members gathered on Wednesday, September 24, at the flagpole of Lockney High School for the annual See You at the Pole event. The gathering brought together students from
Lockney ISD Board of Trustees Conducts September Meeting
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Independent School District Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Administration Building Board Room at 601 Poplar Street. The evening began
DAILY AG NEWS for 09/29/2025
Rollins Outlines Five-Point Plan For Farm Economy KANSAS CITY, MO – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins used her remarks at the Agriculture Outlook Forum in Kansas City to unveil a five-point plan aimed at easing cost
Longhorns Power Past Clarendon, Eye District Play
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns gave their home fans plenty to cheer about Friday night, defeating the Clarendon Broncos 30-16 in a non-district matchup. Lockney’s offense found its rhythm, putting points on the board consistently throughout
Floydada Falls to Hale Center, Looks Ahead to District Play
HALE CENTER, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds hit the road Friday night for a non-district matchup against the Hale Center Owls but came up short, falling 62-8. The Whirlwinds struggled to establish momentum on offense, while the
Floydada ISD to Host Open House September 30
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada ISD is inviting families and the community to take part in its district-wide Open House on Tuesday, September 30th. The event will give parents the opportunity to visit with teachers, learn about student
DAILY AG NEWS for 09/26/2025
USDA Unveils Plan To Tackle Agricultural Trade Deficit WASHINGTON, DC – With a massive $50 billion agricultural trade deficit weighing on U.S. producers, the Department of Agriculture has announced a three-point plan to expand export opportunities. The
DAILY AG NEWS for 09/25/2025
Cotton Farmers Face Key Decisions On Coverage Options LUBBOCK, TX – Cotton producers are urged to contact their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office as the September 30 deadline approaches for program enrollment. Recent changes to the
DAILY AG NEWS for 9/24/2025
Corn Exports Surge While Soybeans Slow And Wheat Gains WASHINGTON, DC – USDA’s weekly export inspections report for the week ending September 18 showed mixed grain movement. Total exports reached 2.70 million metric tons, down from 3.13
Longhorns Host Broncos on Friday Night
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will host the Clarendon Broncos on Friday night in a non-district game. The Longhorns (1-3) fell to Quanah last Friday 47-24. The Broncos (0-4) were defeated by Gruver 49-0. Kickoff for
Whirlwinds Travel to Hale Center on Friday in Final Non-District Game
HALE CENTER, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds will travel this week to Hale Center to battle the Owls in a non-district matchup. The Whirlwinds (0-4) fell to the Lubbock Trinity Christian Lions on Friday 33-0. The Owls
DAILY AG NEWS for 09/23/2025
New Screwworm Case Found Near U.S. Border LUBBOCK, TX – Mexico has confirmed a fresh case of New World screwworm in Sabinas Hidalgo, Nuevo León, less than 70 miles from the U.S. border. The discovery marks the
Floydada Crowns 2025 Homecoming Queen and King
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada High School celebrated its 2025 Homecoming on Friday night, honoring both the Homecoming Queen and King during festivities at the football game. Senior Mylie Morales was crowned as the 2025 Homecoming Queen. She
DAILY AG NEWS for 09/22/2025
FRIDAY 09/19/2025 Ethanol Gains Traction As Marine And SAF Demand Expands NASHVILLE, TN – The International Maritime Organization (IMO), the U.N. body regulating global shipping, is pushing for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, with benchmarks set
Longhorns Come Up Short Against Quanah
QUANAH, TX – The Lockney Longhorns traveled on Friday night to battle Quanah in a non-district game. The Longhorns battled early against the Indians, but lost momentum in the second half and were defeated 47-24. The
Whirlwinds Fall to Lions on Homecoming
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds hosted the Lubbock Trinity Christian Lions for homecoming on Friday night. The Lions were able to jump out to an early lead in the first quarter. The Whirlwinds struggled
Lockney Methodist Church Announces Fall Revival
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney Methodist Church has announced plans for its Fall Revival, which will take place September 28–30, 2025, at 102 W. Poplar Street in Lockney. The three-day event will bring together the congregation and community
City Approves 2025 Budget, Roof Work For Seniors
FLOYDADA — The Floydada City Council approved the city’s 2025–2026 operational budget and adopted the 2025 tax rate during its regular session on Tuesday evening. Councilmembers voted unanimously in favor of the $0.3729644 per $100 tax rate
McDonald Named CNO, New Nurses Hired at Hospital
LOCKNEY — Jason McDonald was officially named Chief Nursing Officer for W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital, removing his interim status. During the August 27 board meeting, administrators reported that three new LVNs had been hired, although one RN
DAILY AG NEWS for 09/19/2025
Federal Reserve Cuts Rates To Ease Farm Credit WASHINGTON, DC – The Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point on September 17, marking the first cut of 2025. Chair Jerome
Floydada Council Adopts Budget, Tax Rate, and Roofing Bid
FLOYDADA — The Floydada City Council approved its 2025-2026 operating budget, new property tax rate, and other key items during Tuesday night’s regular meeting. The tax rate was set at $0.3729644 per $100 valuation, and the budget
Clinic Visits, Lab Tests Increase at WJ Mangold
LOCKNEY — Lockney General Hospital reported 816 clinic visits and 187 ER visits in July, along with increases in lab and radiology activity. More than 3,200 lab tests were performed, and the hospital logged 18 total procedures