Food

Schools in the U.S. serve almost 30 million lunches every day. But rising food costs, regulations and cuts to food assistance mean school kitchens have to do more with less.

The 17% tariff on Mexican tomato imports, combined with bad weather in Florida and Mexico, has caused the price of salsa ingredients to spike in recent months.

More farmers are showing interest in sorghum, a drought-tolerant grain. The crop is poised to expand in the U.S. – especially if Americans start consuming it.

The Trump administration has tried to lower beef prices for months, but demand, drought and a parasite have foiled its efforts. Some ranchers are frustrated with the administration's latest moves.

H-E-B is voluntarily recalling several of its jalapeño products due to potential salmonella contamination. Texas Public Radio's Marian Navarro reports the grocer's affected products were distributed to customers in Texas between July 3 and Aug. 5. Home insurance costs are soaring in Texas. Texas Public Radio's David Martin Davies explains new research suggests home insurance premiums are playing an increasingly important role in housing affordability across the state.

The agency said several varieties of raw beef products from Corte Argentino were recalled due to import inspection failures.

The recall includes branded and unbranded ready-made guacamole, pico de gallo and salsas sold at Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods.

Texas has seen around 100 cases of cyclospora since May. The parasite has been making headlines as it is known for causing explosive diarrhea. Our Samantha Larned has more from a local expert on best practices and what to be aware of. A 5.0 earthquake rattled parts of the Panhandle yesterday near the town of Spearman.

A gathering of business owners in Austin shows that while their billion-dollar industry faces peril, their hopes remain elevated.

Cases of cyclosporiasis, an infection caused by microscopic parasites, are being tracked in the state. Here's what to know and how to avoid this nasty stomach tourist.