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Halfmann learns to lead through 4-H
Agriculture, News
GILLESPIE 4-H SPOTLIGHT
Halfmann learns to lead through 4-H
By Annie Bresee Standard-Radio Post reporter 
May 20, 2026
Being a 4-H kid was a foregone conclusion for Owen Halfmann. “I got started in 4-H, probably because my dad said you’re going to start showing,” Halfmann said laughing. “We had goats at the time, so he was like, ‘let’s try showing a goat.’ That kind of spiraled into me showing lambs, my grandparents...
Agriculture, News
Ag producers could win up to $10,000 in CFC contest
May 20, 2026
Capital Farm Credit’s GROW Your Agri-Roots contest is open to agricultural producers through June 30, offering $50,000 in total awards to support both rising stars and experienced trailblazers in agriculture. The contest provides financial support to help producers continue growing their operations....
Agriculture, News
Local Ag Professional Recognized For Long Time Membership
May 20, 2026
Lonnie Marquardt with The Marquardt Company in Fredericksburg was recognized by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA) for 40 years of Membership within the Organization. Marquardt is an agricultural professional who provides services for clients, like farm and ranch man...
Agriculture, News
GILLESPIE LIVESTOCK AUCTION REPORT – May 13, 2026
May 20, 2026
Cattle – 667 head Cows and bulls ��������� steady Steers ������������������� lower Heifers ������������������ lower Plain Cattle ������������� steady ...
It’s not too late to plant vegetables
Agriculture, News
It’s not too late to plant vegetables
Lawn & Garden Beth Mcmahon 
May 13, 2026
Don’t feel that you have missed out on planting a vegetable garden, if you are only now getting around to it. While it is too late to plant some veget...
Agriculture, News
CFC launches new grant program
May 13, 2026
Capital Farm Credit (CFC) announced its launching of a new grant program aimed at supporting health and wellness, agriculture advocacy, educational in...
Fredericksburg FFA excels at state competitions
Agriculture, News
Fredericksburg FFA excels at state competitions
May 6, 2026
The Fredericksburg FFA has been excelling at state judging competitions this month. Eight teams won contests at the state level. The FHS FFA Land Judg...
Agriculture, News
AgriLife cautions pet-owners on New World Screwworm
Texas A&M VMBS 
May 6, 2026
Pet owners may be diligent about routine care, but even a minor wound can put animals at risk for dangerous parasites. One parasite that poses a poten...
Spring rains bring the fungus among us
Agriculture, News
Spring rains bring the fungus among us
Lawn & Garden Beth Mcmahon 
April 29, 2026
Ilove the recent rain and the cooler temperatures we have had most of April. Yet with this spring weather comes one type of plant pest that I haven’t ...
A Fredericksburg’s founding family celebrates 150 years of agriculture
Agriculture, News
A Fredericksburg’s founding family celebrates 150 years of agriculture
By Annie Bresee Standard-Radio Post reporter 
April 29, 2026
The Lochte family started farming in the area around the time Fredericksburg became a town. The current generation of owners, Michael and David Lochte...
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