How have illegal border crossings impacted some ranchers in Texas?

Labor and immigration go hand-in-hand, and from property damage to safety concerns, many Texas ranchers face unique struggles living near the U.S.-Mexico border.

This Week in Louisiana Agriculture introduces us to one ranch family, sharing how illegal crossings have impacted their way of life.

Related Stories
A Nebraska rancher says his land may not support cattle this year after 2,000 acres were burned in recent devastating wildfires across the state.
Farmer John Jenkinson shares the latest on planting conditions in Kansas and what producers are facing this season.
Missoula lab combines controlled testing with field data to improve wildfire response
Texas ranchers and lawmakers warn of renewed New World screwworm risks, highlighting prevention efforts, border concerns, and the role of sterile flies in protecting U.S. livestock.
Farm Bureau economist Danny Munch discusses the USDA’s request for feedback on data and research, how such requests work, and what farmers should know about submitting comments before the Thursday, April 9 deadline.
Farm Bureau groups in Arkansas and Mississippi are working together to provide training and resources to rural communities.

LATEST STORIES BY THIS AUTHOR:

Tue, 4/30/24 – 9 PM ET | 8 PM CT | 7 PM MT | 6 PM PT
RanchHER TV Host Janie Johnson joins lifelong neighbors Charity Staeffler and Sarah Kropf for a cold, icy adventure herding cattle through Oregon’s Blue Mountains.
Airs Friday at 8:30 PM ET on RFD-TV and RFD-TV’s YouTube Channel
RanchHER TV Host Janie Johnson joins lifelong neighbors Charity Staeffler and Sarah Kropf for a cold, icy adventure herding cattle through Oregon’s Blue Mountains.