TX: Animal Welfare
South Texas opponents of new border wall promise resistance
Opponents of previous efforts to build a border wall in South Texas are reeling from the Biden administration's announcement last week to resume…
Imperiled Global Species Map Shows Texas Ranks High
When a scientist with the nonprofit group NatureServe began studying where biodiversity is most at risk in America, she never expected Texas to rank …
Conservation Groups: Far-Reaching Clean Water Protections in Peril
Fifty years ago this week, Congress passed the Clean Water Act, allowing policymakers in the 50 states to limit pollution, prosecute polluters and …
Leftover Pumpkins? Make Pigs Squeal With Delight
AUSTIN, Texas -- The trick-or-treaters are gone, but that doesn't mean your jack-o'-lantern has to be sent to the trash after Halloween. To help the …
Biden Promises Environmental Damage Review of Trump's Border Wall
EL PASO, Texas -- The Biden administration has promised to conduct a damage assessment after announcing that billions diverted for construction of …
Conservationists Promote TX Castner Range for National Monument Status
AUSTIN, Texas -- West Texans who support the Biden administration's commitment to conserve 30% of the nation's lands, waters and ocean by 2030 want …
Houston, Dallas Prove to Be Global Biodiversity Hotspots
HOUSTON - Nature lovers know thousands of native animal and plant species occur only in Texas, and participants in the City Nature Challenge set out …
Tips for Pet Safety During Hot Summer Months
HOUSTON – With sweltering summer temperatures upon us, animal-advocacy groups are cautioning Texas residents about the dangers that heat poses …
Plan Announced to Reduce Antibiotics in Livestock
AUSTIN, Texas – The major players in the meat industry have developed what they're calling a stewardship plan that they say will ensure that …
DOI Set to Change Wildlife Protections
AUSTIN, Texas -- The Trump administration is expected to finalize new rules that critics argue would weaken the Endangered Species Act. Hailey …
New Tool Grades Integrity of Organic Labels
STRATFORD, Texas — Shoppers can now choose between organic dairy products produced by large-scale factory operations and those produced by …
Garden Network Aims to Preserve Endangered Butterflies and Bees
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – If you've ever watched the process of a caterpillar becoming a colorful Monarch butterfly, you'll likely appreciate the …