Podcasts by Texas Agriculture Today

Texas Ag Today - December 13, 2023 from 2023-12-13T14:44:43

*The Farm Bill debate continues as we move into an election year.  

*A Texas congressman is calling for Congress to get the Farm Bill done.  

*Diesel prices have declined for 12 week...

Texas Ag Today - December 12, 2023 from 2023-12-12T15:25:23

*Strong international demand is supporting sorghum prices for Texas farmers.  

*USDA wants to know more about Texans involved in aquaculture.  

*Texas dairy farmers are dealing with ...

Texas Ag Today - December 11, 2023 from 2023-12-11T14:06:05

*Texas dairy farmers are ready for winter.  

*Texas A&M Kingsville is helping farmers and ranchers in South Texas apply for grants and loans for wind turbines and solar energy ...

Texas Ag Today - December 8, 2023 from 2023-12-08T14:32:18

*Texas Congressman Jodey Arrington is joining 65 other members of the House and Senate in calling for changes to the latest round of farm disaster aid.  

*Forage supplies are low across Te...

Texas Ag Today - December 7, 2023 from 2023-12-07T14:11:23

*The final wheat seeds are going in the ground for the 2024 crop.  

*Senator Ted Cruz is working to keep automakers from taking AM radio out of vehicles.  

*It was an...

Texas Ag Today - December 6, 2023 from 2023-12-06T14:48:25

*The freefall continues in the cattle futures market, and no one can explain why it’s happening.   

*Drought conditions have improved for the fifth week in a row.   

*Texas Tech rese...

Texas Ag Today - December 5, 2023 from 2023-12-05T14:10:25

*Texas farmers and ranchers celebrated an anniversary and a victory over the weekend.   

*The state's top young farmers and ranchers were recognized at the Texas Farm Bureau annual convent...

Texas Ag Today - December 4, 2023 from 2023-12-04T15:25:02

*The first two gene edited Angus cattle are here in Texas.  

*Texas A&M AgriLife is holding a webinar on minimizing drift on grazing lands.  

*Cattle groups are praising the intr...

Texas Ag Today - December 1, 2023 from 2023-12-01T14:25:37

*The cattle herd continues to shrink.  

*Texas corn growers have more time to enter their crop into the National Corn Yield contest.  

*Now is a great time to deworm cattle. 

*...

Texas Ag Today - November 30, 2023 from 2023-11-30T14:54:48

*The Texas Association of Dairymen reacts to the recent USMCA dispute panel’s ruling regarding Canada’s dairy import restrictions.  

*Texas and Oklahoma farmers and ranchers hired less far...

Texas Ag Today - November 29, 2023 from 2023-11-29T14:59:33

*The final Texas Crop Progress and Condition Report of 2023 shows a poor Texas cotton crop, with better looking wheat and peanut crops.   

*The profit outlook for grain elevators has impro...

Texas Ag Today - November 28, 2023 from 2023-11-28T14:47:23

*Some farmers have a tough time during the holidays.  

*Texas sesame farmers will have crop insurance available for next year’s crop.  

*The U.S. is planning to allow beef imports fr...

Texas Ag Today - November 27, 2023 from 2023-11-27T15:21:13

*The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association approves of the one-year extension of the Farm Bill.

*The condition of the Texas wheat crop is mixed.  Feeder cattle sales have been holding stro...

Texas Ag Today - November 24, 2023 from 2023-11-24T15:52:06

*Texas winter wheat planting is almost finished.   

*Texas A&M is doing research on coronavirus in cattle.  

*USDA has appointed two Texans to serve on the United Soybean Checkof...

Texas Ag Today - November 23, 2023 from 2023-11-23T14:00

*The 2023 Texas crop harvest is winding down.   

*The Texas ag and timber registration deadline is coming up.  

*The state’s largest farm organization will meet next weekend in Frisc...

Texas Ag Today - November 22, 2023 from 2023-11-22T14:36:43

*Cotton farmers in the northern Texas Panhandle are rethinking their plans to grow the crop.  

*It has been another tough year for Texas peanut growers.  

*Friday’s Cattle on Feed Re...

Texas Ag Today - November 11, 2023 from 2023-11-21T15:11:15

*Friday’s Cattle on Feed Report did not contain any surprises.  

*Drought conditions continue to improve across Texas.  

*A group is studying a potential federal lamb insurance progr...

Texas Ag Today - November 20, 2023 from 2023-11-20T13:54:58

*National Sorghum Producers approves of the one-year Farm Bill extension. 

*It has been another tough year for Texas peanut growers.  

*Texas has another case of High...

Texas Ag Today - November 17, 2023 from 2023-11-17T14:09:50

*Texas is facing a forage shortage due to two years of drought.  

*The Commodity Classic is headed back to Texas.  

*The average cost of a classic Thanksgiving in Tex...

Texas Ag Today - November 16, 2023 from 2023-11-16T15:47:22

*The North-South fed cattle premium is gone.  

*U.S. farmers and ranchers are feeling slightly more optimistic about the agricultural economy.  

*Texas cotton harvest is now 56% comp...

Texas Ag Today - November 15, 2023 from 2023-11-15T16:01:59

*Agriculture committee leaders in both the House and the Senate have reached an agreement on a one-year Farm Bill extension.  

*USDA awarded Texas State University $750,000 to continue its...

Texas Ag Today - November 14, 2023 from 2023-11-14T15:12:12

*A Farm Bill extension is in the works.  

*This has been a disappointing year for many Texas cotton farmers.  

*2023 has been another tough growing season in the Texas Southern Plain...

Texas Ag Today - November 13, 2023 from 2023-11-13T14:36

*Cotton is not a profitable crop for Texas farmers.  

*Drought conditions continue to improve across Texas.  

*Thursday’s USDA WASDE report showed a cut in Texas cotton production.  ...

Texas Ag Today - November 10, 2023 from 2023-11-10T13:41:01

*Cattle futures have made volatile moves over the past two weeks.  

*USDA has reappointed several Texans to the Cotton Board.  

*H-E-B is expanding its San Antonio dairy plant.  

Texas Ag Today - November 9, 2023 from 2023-11-09T14:06:52

*Texas wheat planting is on schedule.  

*The Texas Farm Service agency is sending out ballots for county FSA committee elections.  

*Texas peanut producers are right in the middle of...

Texas Ag Today - November 8, 2023 from 2023-11-08T15:20:59

*Texas voters approved Proposition 1 Tuesday, the constitutional amendment protecting the right to farm and ranch in Texas.  

*A new report has good news for the growing Texas dairy indust...

Texas Ag Today - November 7, 2023 from 2023-11-07T15:23:24

*This has been a tough year for Texas dairy farmers.   

*Four Texans have been elected to positions on National Corn Growers Association committees.  

*Texas High Plains farmers are ...

Texas Ag Today - November 6, 2023 from 2023-11-06T15:11:29

*Drought conditions are improving in many areas of Texas.   

*Three agriculture professionals from East Texas have been named finalists for the Texas Farm Bureau Excellence in Agriculture ...

Texas Ag Today - November 3, 2023 from 2023-11-03T14:43:39

*The Livestock Marketing Association is throwing its support behind the Right to Farm constitutional amendment.  

*Drought is declining in Texas.  

*We have run out of time to get th...

Texas Ag Today - November 2, 2023 from 2023-11-02T14:30:14

*Cattle producers are still waiting to expand cow herds.   

*Sorghum growers have a couple of weeks left to enter the National Sorghum Yield contest.  

*The number of cattle covered ...

Texas Ag Today - November 1, 2023 from 2023-11-01T15:00:43

*Texas cotton growers are starting the last section of Texas cotton harvest in the Southern Plains and the Panhandle.  

*Texas corn growers will vote on board members and the fate of corn ...

Texas Ag Today - October 31, 2023 from 2023-10-31T14:09:50

*The Texas dairy industry welcomes fall and winter temperatures.  

*Scientists have developed a robotic arm that may help harvest cotton.  

*Texas farm groups are urg...

Texas Ag Today - October 30, 2023 from 2023-10-30T15:28:21

*Cotton has not been a profitable crop this year, with prices below 90 cents.  

*Work to fight avian influenza is underway.  

*The new Speaker of the House is a fiscal conservative, ...

Texas Ag Today - October 27, 2023 from 2023-10-27T14:57:18

*A cold blast is on the way to Texas as harvest is winding down.  

*Texas A&M AgriLife is hosting a webinar to help landowners prevent wildfires.  

*Speaker of the House Mike Joh...

Texas Ag Today - October 26, 2023 from 2023-10-26T16:18:50

*A Farm Bill extension is very likely.  

*USDA is offering additional aid to Texas farmers and ranchers affected by heat and drought.  

*Dairy research in Texas is focusing on heat a...

Texas Ag Today - October 25, 2023 from 2023-10-25T15:15:50

*Texas cotton harvest now stands at 40% complete.  

*USDA is helping veterans get into agricultural production.  

*Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been confirmed in the Corpus ...

Texas Ag Today - October 24, 2023 from 2023-10-24T14:05:58

*The recent Cattle on Feed Report contained a big surprise.  

*Texas milk production fell last month, while national production rose slightly.  

*Early voting is now underway across ...

Texas Ag Today - October 23, 2023 from 2023-10-23T16:19:45

*Researchers are working to improve sorghum silage quality for Texas dairy farmers.   

*A West Texas cowboy is being recognized for his decades of hard work.   

*Texas has the worst ...

Texas Ag Today - October 20, 2023 from 2023-10-20T15:54:22

*The annual Texas A&M AgriLife Southwest Dairy Day was last week in Bovina.  

*An online CEU program is available for private pesticide applicators.  

*Texas cotton farmers need ...

Texas Ag Today - October 19, 2023 from 2023-10-19T14:29:09

*Cotton harvest is getting started in the southern Texas Panhandle. 

*A Texas university has been awarded nearly $200,000 to enhance drone use in crop farming. 

*A fe...

Texas Ag Today - October 18, 2023 from 2023-10-18T14:03:11

*The summer drought took a big toll on Texas cattle producers.  

*We may be seeing a bottom in the wheat market soon.

*There’s one part of Texas where cotton may be l...

Texas Ag Today - October 17, 2023 from 2023-10-17T14:03:24

*The Texas sugarcane crop is struggling with a lack of water.  

*The Texas sheep and goat market has seen both ups and downs this year.  

*USDA is extending the appli...

Texas Ag Today - October 16, 2023 from 2023-10-16T15:33:21

*USDA released the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Report last week.  

*Texas High Plains ranchers could be looking at an opportunity to strengthen their herds.  

*Texas ...

Texas Ag Today - October 13, 2023 from 2023-10-13T14:07:25

*Texas researchers have received a $300,000 grant from USDA to study one of the most costly disease in the cattle industry. 

*Harvest continues across Texas.

*Parts of the Texas Panh...

Texas Ag Today - October 12, 2023 from 2023-10-12T13:59:20

*The farm bill has expired. What’s going to happen now? 

*Interested in growing grapes in the Panhandle? The Randall and Potter County Extension offices will host the Panhandle Grape and W...

Texas Ag Today - October 11, 2023 from 2023-10-11T14:13:18

*There’s both good and bad cotton in the Texas South Plains and Panhandle. 

 *The deadline for funding from the Environmental Quality Incentives Program in fiscal year 202...

Texas Ag Today - October 10, 2023 from 2023-10-10T14:05:05

*State Rep. DeWayne Burns discusses the Right-To-Farm constitutional amendment that will be on Texas ballots in November. 

*It’s time for ranchers on the Texas High Plains to start getting...

Texas Ag Today - October 9, 2023 from 2023-10-09T14:06:09

*BASF held their annual fall cotton field day in Lubbock last week.  

*Rain has moved across many areas of Texas recently, but drought still has a hold on the state.  

Texas Ag Today - October 6, 2023 from 2023-10-06T16:19:20

*Texas Livestock Auction operators were in Washington D.C. recently sharing their stories with elected officials.  

*The deadline to register to vote in the November 7th election is almost...

Texas Ag Today - October 5, 2023 from 2023-10-05T13:54:58

The 2018 Farm Bill has expired, and there is no hurry to get a new one passed.  

There is more wheat in storage in Texas this year, and less sorghum and corn.  

Regis...

Texas Ag Today - October 4, 2023 from 2023-10-04T14:11:01

 *Texas wheat planting is right on schedule.  

*Registration is now underway for the award-winning Ranch Management University.  

*NuSeed Caranata is an option for a ...

Texas Ag Today - October 3, 2023 from 2023-10-03T14:31:15

*Farmers in the Rio Grande Valley are facing serious water challenges.  

*The number of hogs and pigs in Texas has declined over the last year.  

*USDA is launching a new insurance p...

Texas Ag Today - October 2, 2023 from 2023-10-02T14:40:52

*The nation’s cattle herd continues to shrink due to the prolonged drought.  

*Veterans interested in learning more about agriculture can now apply for the “Battleground to Breaking Ground...

Texas Ag Today - September 29, 2023 from 2023-09-29T14:10:24

*2023 was a better year for most Texas farmers and ranchers compared to last year.  

*Drought continues its grip on our state, despite recent rains.  

*Cattle feeders are seeing bovi...

Texas Ag Today - September 28, 2023 from 2023-09-28T15:07:47

*The White House vetoed a bill that would rescind the recent restrictions placed on farmers and ranchers protecting the Lesser Prairie Chicken.   

*Texas grapefruit is now headed to Vi...

Texas Ag Today - September 27, 2023 from 2023-09-27T14:49:42

*Fall harvest continues in Texas.  

*The recent Cattle on Feed Report confirms what we already knew.  

*Texas rice producers will get an additional payment through the Farm Service A...

Texas Ag Today - September 26, 2023 from 2023-09-26T14:27:10

*The monthly Cattle on Feed Report did not contain any surprises.  

*Prairieview A&M University is researching the potential of industrial hemp in animal feed.  

*Genetic testing...

Texas Ag Today - September 25, 2023 from 2023-09-25T14:39:57

*Texas wheat growers are voicing their needs for the 2023 Farm Bill.  

*Registration is now underway for a free regenerative agriculture field day coming up this week.  

*DairyMax is...

Texas Ag Today - September 22, 2023 from 2023-09-22T14:16:47

*Texas has the worst pasture and range conditions in the nation.   

*Texas A&M is hosting a webinar to help landowners manage their property for whitetail deer.  

*The prospects ...

Texas Ag Today - September 21, 2023 from 2023-09-21T15:03:09

*The Texas harvest season is moving forward.  

*The State Fair of Texas is just around the corner.  

*The U.S. Small Business Administration awarded a $500,000 grant to the Texas Dep...

Texas Ag Today - September 20, 2023 from 2023-09-20T14:11:58

*The push is on to pass the Texas Right to Farm constitutional amendment.  

*Texas milk production went down last month.  

*Cattle prices are high, but margins are still tight thanks...

Texas Ag Today - September 19, 2023 from 2023-09-19T15:05:37

*The first bale of cotton in the nation was auctioned off in the Rio Grande Valley for scholarships last week.  

*A Texas cowboy will be recognized for his decades of hard work.  

*E...

Texas Ag Today - September 18, 2023 from 2023-09-18T14:45:25

*The Cattlemen’s Bee f Board approved checkoff funded projects for 2024.   

*Texas corn farmers can nominate fellow farmers for open board seats on the Texas Corn Producers board of direct...

Texas Ag Today - September 15, 2023 from 2023-09-15T15:13:38

*Texas cotton acreage is dropping.  

*The drought is taking a toll on Texas pecan production.  

*Winter wheat planting now underway.  

*Applying fertilizer to wheat at planting...

Texas Ag Today - September 14, 2023 from 2023-09-14T14:06:56

*Texas sheep and goat researchers are busy with lots of projects.  

*The EPA has approved stronger standards for those who use restricted use pesticides here in Texas.  

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Texas Ag Today - September 12, 2023 from 2023-09-13T14:37:39

*Texas leads the nation in cotton harvest, but the condition of the cotton that is left in the field is declining.  

*A Texas company is being recognized by the American Farm Bureau Federa...

Texas Ag Today - April 19, 2022 from 2022-04-19T14:41:45

Are cotton prices too high? Texas High Plains feedyards are facing tough economics once again. The ongoing drought in Texas may present an opportunity to improve your property. The Texas A&M Agr...

Texas Ag Today - April 18, 2022 from 2022-04-18T15:14:27

Texas farmers are having trouble getting bids on their grain crops. The ongoing drought combined with high winds is causing plenty of soil loss on the Texas High Plains. Farmers are expected to p...

Texas Ag Today - April 15, 2022 from 2022-04-15T15:00

The Texas sugarcane harvest is wrapping up. Keeping millers and bakers happy is a major objective for Texas wheat breeders. Agricultural research continues to benefit Texas farmers. Avian influe...

Texas Ag Today - April 14, 2022 from 2022-04-14T14:22:35

Despite the drought, Texas corn planting is ahead of schedule. The Texas High Plains is a national leader in wheat production and research. A multitude of factors are impacting the agricultural sup...

Texas Ag Today - April 13, 2022 from 2022-04-13T14:23:29

Drought is taking a toll on the U.S. wheat crop. Farmers on the Texas High Plains face a number of issues, including drought, as they prepare to plant this year. The National Weather Service offers...

Texas Ag Today - April 12, 2022 from 2022-04-12T14:31:35

Corn stocks are unchanged while wheat stocks rise. The drought in the Texas High Plains is forcing some cow culling. Spring storms may mean flooding in some areas. We'll have those stories and more...

Texas Ag Today - April 11, 2022 from 2022-04-11T14:40:29

Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack weighs in on calls to allow farmers to plant on CRP land. Drought is causing major problems for the nation’s cattle industry. The application window is now open...

Texas Ag Today - April 8, 2022 from 2022-04-08T14:19:49

Border troubles are back in the spotlight. Corn acres are vanishing on the Texas High Plains. Texas poultry producers are on high alert with avian influenza now in the state. Horses are especial...

Texas Ag Today - April 7, 2022 from 2022-04-07T15:32:51

Sustainability is the big buzz word in the cattle industry right now, and Texas cattle feeders are telling their sustainability story. When you think of agriculture in the dry climate of West Texa...

Texas Ag Today - April 6, 2022 from 2022-04-06T14:45:31

This is the worst U.S. wheat crop in 20 years, and Texas has the worst crop in the nation. Wildfires have caused tragedy all across Texas over the past few weeks. Cotton growers in the Texas Sout...

Texas Ag Today - April 5, 2022 from 2022-04-05T14:58:08

Texas farmers and ranchers along the Mexican border continue to deal with problems caused by a flood of illegal immigrants. Some people raise crops and some people raise animals, but raising both ...

Texas Ag Today - April 4, 2022 from 2022-04-04T14:59:25

Cotton acreage is expected to rise this year, both nationwide and here in Texas. We could be looking at a drop in corn acreage in the Texas High Plains, unless some good rains arrive soon. Supply...

Texas Ag Today - April 1, 2022 from 2022-04-01T14:51:31

Wildfires are devastating Texas farmers and ranchers. Regenerative grazing is a term we’re hearing more about in the Texas High Plains. March brought tornadoes to Texas, but what’s the outlook fo...

Texas Ag Today - March 31, 2022 from 2022-03-31T14:57:13

A bad Texas wheat crop is getting worse. Carbon farming could be a new source of income for Texas farmers. Texas peanut farmers are using less water than ever. It’s planting time in East Texas. ...

Texas Ag Today - March 30, 2022 from 2022-03-30T14:20:44

The Russia - Ukraine war is having an indirect effect on the cattle market. The cotton season is approaching on the Texas High Plains. Beef exports are setting records, and that was a big topic a...

Texas Ag Today - March 29, 2022 from 2022-03-29T14:42:54

The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association held its annual meeting in Ft. Worth over the weekend. Texas High Plains cotton farmers are facing dry conditions ahead of planting. A South ...

Texas Ag Today - March 28, 2021 from 2022-03-28T15:20:24

Drought now affects over half of the nation's cow herd and is having a big effect on the cattle industry. Last week’s rain and snow across some areas of Texas was certainly welcome, but how can yo...

Texas Ag Today - March 25, 2022 from 2022-03-25T14:40:58

Cotton prices continue to climb. Recent moisture and strong markets could tempt farmers to hang onto drought battered crops. Donations headed to Eastland County for farmers and ranchers impacted by...

Texas Ag Today - March 24, 2022 from 2022-03-24T14:25:02

Parts of Texas received some much-needed precipitation this week. Will it help winter wheat? More precipitation is needed in the Panhandle. Corn planting is now 42 percent complete in Texas. Wildfi...

Texas Ag Today - March 23, 2022 from 2022-03-23T15:49:40

Texas farmers and ranchers continue to face problems on the border. Beneficial insects can be a big help in pest control. The Environmental Protection Agency recently granted approval for a new c...

Texas Ag Today - March 22, 2022 from 2022-03-22T15:54:06

The Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to affect agriculture around the world. Wildfires continue burning in Texas. There are a lot of cattle in Texas feedyards right now, but that doesn’t nec...

Texas Ag Today - March 21, 2022 from 2022-03-21T14:55:25

The markets are battling for acreage as spring crops go in the ground. Feed analysis can be a big benefit for Texas dairy farmers. Texas pastures are in very dry condition as spring gets underway...

Texas Ag Today - March 18, 2022 from 2022-03-18T15:15:53

Agricultural trade doesn't seem to be a priority in Washington D.C. right now. Texas dairies face the same input cost challenges that everyone else in agriculture is facing right now. Irrigated p...

Texas Ag Today - March 17, 2022 from 2022-03-17T15:23:30

The Texas wheat crop is in very bad shape. The battle with weeds is never ending for farmers, but that battle may be especially challenging this year. The potential for wildfires is high across T...

Texas Ag Today - March 16, 2022 from 2022-03-16T15:15:56

The cost of producing a crop continues to rise. The drought is taking a toll on Texas High Plains agriculture. New conservation grants are available to Texas farmers. East Texas farmers and ranc...

Texas Ag Today - March 15, 2022 from 2022-03-15T15:00:23

A Texas wheat grower wrapped up his term of service with the National Association of Wheat Growers. More and more Texas High Plains corn farmers are producing silage. Corn planters are rolling in...

Texas Ag Today - March 14, 2021 from 2022-03-14T14:35:13

Texas farmers were in New Orleans last week for the Commodity Classic. A lot of Texas High Plains corn farmers have been making the switch from grain to silage in recent year. The ongoing drought...

Texas Ag Today - March 11, 2022 from 2022-03-11T14:21:34

The world is changing quickly and that could impact upcoming farm bill discussions. Urban sprawl is creating more need for horticultural crop production in outlying areas. Accurate acreage reportin...

Texas Ag Today - March 10, 2022 from 2022-03-10T14:24:46

The House and Senate Agriculture Committees have yet to host a hearing on the next farm bill. The continuing upheaval in the markets has added to the uncertainty of what to plant. The Beef Checkoff...

Texas Ag Today - March 9, 2022 from 2022-03-09T14:38:20

How could the ban on Russian oil impact Texas farmers? U.S. Congressman Jodey Arrington weighs in. An agronomist discusses the risks associated with cutting fertilizer use this year. Tickets are go...

Texas Ag Today - March 8, 2022 from 2022-03-08T14:49:36

Crop insurance will be a vital part of a farm's risk management program this year. Cattle prices are good right now, but producers are being squeezed in other ways. Pest management a top priority...

Texas Ag Today - March 7, 2022 from 2022-03-07T14:27:21

Will the Conservation Reserve Program be opened for farming to address a potential food shortage? Sorghum may be a good option for Texas farmers facing a drought this year. And as more Texas farm...

Texas Ag Today - March 4, 2022 from 2022-03-04T14:46:27

Farm Bill hearings get underway next month. There are some new products available to help Texas sorghum growers. This past week has made everyone aware of just how important Russia and Ukraine ar...

Texas Ag Today - March 3, 2022 from 2022-03-03T15:08:19

The president calls out the packers. The Texas High Plains drought could boost sorghum acres. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has dominated the markets this week. The planters are rolling in dee...

Texas Ag Today - March 2, 2022 from 2022-03-02T14:55:45

The Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to rock the markets. Is livestock integration the way to go if we want better soil health on the Texas High Plains? More Texans are getting into horticul...

Texas Ag Today - March 1, 2022 from 2022-03-01T15:10:39

We are feeling the effects of the Russian invasion of Ukraine right here in Texas agriculture. The winter wheat crop in the Texas High Plains continues to suffer. February was an active month for...

Texas Ag Today - February 28, 2022 from 2022-02-28T15:18:54

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is a shock to the grain markets. If you’re a young ag professional in the Texas Panhandle, there’s an opportunity coming up soon just for you. The Houston Livestoc...

Texas Ag Today - February 25, 2022 from 2022-02-25T15:33:35

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has caused major volatility in the grain markets. Hundreds of dairy farmers and dairy industry professionals are heading to Amarillo for a major conference. Corn i...

Texas Ag Today - February 24, 2022 from 2022-02-24T14:16:46

Texas cattle producers need to plan for drought that extends into the summer. We’ve had some wild extremes in the weather lately, and that can be hard on cattle. The latest Texas winter wheat cro...

Texas Ag Today - February 23, 2022 from 2022-02-23T15:10:55

A new industrial hemp processing facility is planned for the Texas Panhandle. A big rebound in corn prices is not the best of news for the cattle feeding business. A collaborative study shows how...

Texas Ag Today - February 22, 2022 from 2022-02-22T14:18:08

Despite high feed costs, Texas feedlots are currently making a profit. If you want to make the most out of your water, you may want to consider making less use of the plow. Sorghum is contributin...

Texas Ag Today - February 21, 2022 from 2022-02-21T14:00

Two Texas congressmen introduced a bill to protect property rights in the high speed rail debate. Finding a supply of herbicides is a dilemma many Texas farmers are facing right now. Corn plantin...

Texas Ag Today - February 18, 2022 from 2022-02-18T15:04:47

Texas cattle feeders are slowly regaining leverage in the cattle market. It looks like La Nina is going away soon. What does that mean for Texas farmers who need planting rains this spring? Over...

Texas Ag Today - February 17, 2022 from 2022-02-17T15:10:38

A San Angelo ranch is recognized for environmental stewardship. In a time when input costs are high, Texas farmers may be getting a bargain on one expense. Central Texas livestock producers poure...

Texas Ag Today - February 16, 2022 from 2022-02-16T14:53:36

Texas wheat crop ratings improved this week, but they still look awful thanks to the ongoing drought. Texas farmers are looking for ways to cut input costs. Last year saw record exports for US be...

Texas Ag Today - February 15, 2022 from 2022-02-15T14:22:42

The National Cotton Council released its 2022 cotton acreage estimate last weekend in Houston. Input costs are soaring as Texas farmers prepare to plant the 2022 crop. Winter storm Landon brought...

Texas Ag Today - February 14, 2022 from 2022-02-14T15:17:38

Cattle slaughter numbers are finally picking up. When it comes to the business of farming, risk management is always important. Agricultural innovation is meeting farmers' weather challenges. A ...

Texas Ag Today - February 11, 2022 from 2022-02-11T14:27:26

A Texas feedlot owner says negotiated fed cattle trade has improved over the last 18 months. Drought has really put the hurt on wheat pasture in the Texas High Plains, but higher cattle prices may...

Texas Ag Today - February 10, 2022 from 2022-02-10T14:29:48

Cattle numbers continue to decline, and CattleFax says that will continue in 2022. There is a silver lining to the ongoing drought here in Texas in the form of higher cotton prices. The outlook f...

Texas Ag Today - February 9, 2022 from 2022-02-09T15:04:10

Livestock disaster assistance is coming next month. Should Texas High Plains cattle producers consider adding sheep and goats to their beef operation? The Texas Coastal Bend is usually one of the...

Texas Ag Today - February 8, 2022 from 2022-02-08T14:22:35

The Cattleman's Beef Board has a new spokesman, and he's a former Texas cowboy. Ranchers on the Texas High Plains have been learning about multi species grazing. The wheat market remains strong b...

Texas Ag Today - February 7, 2022 from 2022-02-07T14:45:52

Texas livestock producers made it through Winter Storm Landon. We don't have a lot of soybeans in our state, but we may see more planted on the Texas High Plains this year. More Texans are growin...

Texas Ag Today - February 4, 2022 from 2022-02-04T15:30:03

The National Cattlemen's Beef Association will not support government purchasing mandates. There will be a lot of forage produced by Texas High Plains farmers this year, but water concerns could i...

Texas Ag Today - February 3, 2022 from 2022-02-03T15:47

The Cattle Industry Convention in Houston is winding down. The Texas cattle herd is shrinking. Texas High Plains farmers are trying to find a way to work around the input nightmare. There are se...

Texas Ag Today - Feb. 2, 2022 from 2022-02-02T14:39:56

The U.S. cattle herd is shrinking. There may be a decline in corn acreage in the Panhandle this year. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing in rural community infrastructures. We'll have ...

Texas Ag Today - Feb. 1, 2022 from 2022-02-01T14:42:48

Cotton prices continue to climb, which could lead to interesting marketing decisions for farmers. Texas Farm Bureau is offering four scholarships to help future veterinarians in Texas. New informat...

Texas Ag Today - January 31, 2022 from 2022-01-31T14:47:26

The entire cattle industry is waiting to see what position NCBA will take on mandatory cash sales this week. Texas High Plains wheat has suffered a lot this season, but the crop isn’t done yet. S...

Texas Ag Today - January 28, 2022 from 2022-01-28T14:08:05

The cattle industry converges on Texas for the Cattle Industry Convention in Houston. Recent snow in portions of the Texas High Plains is certainly welcome, but the drought continues. Resistance ...

Texas Ag Today - January 27, 2022 from 2022-01-27T15:06:26

The first Texas wheat condition ratings of 2022 are out, and they are not good. With the ever-present water challenges in the Texas High Plains, new approaches to irrigation are always welcome. D...

Texas Ag Today - January 26, 2022 from 2022-01-26T15:11:43

How many cotton acres will be planted in 2022? Texas farmers continue to look for ways to deal with rising input costs. The wheat industry has a good story to tell when it comes to sustainability...

Texas Ag Today - January 25, 2022 from 2022-01-25T14:28:31

More cattle are being placed into feedlots because of the winter drought. It’s going to take a lot of moisture to rescue the Texas High Plains from the ongoing drought. US pork is now eligible fo...

Texas Ag Today - January 24, 2022 from 2022-01-24T15:24:35

The 2021 Cotton Marketer of the Year is from Texas. There are lots of college scholarship opportunities available for Texas youth at the Ft. Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. In the Texas High Plains, ...

Texas Ag Today - January 21, 2022 from 2022-01-21T15:02:43

It's time to write a new Farm Bill, but it doesn't look like Congress is in any hurry to get started. Texas High Plains farmers may want to consider buying beneficial bugs. Investment in research...

Texas Ag Today - January 20, 2022 from 2022-01-20T15:24:57

The cotton market hit ten year highs this week. Herbicides are a big topic as producer education meetings continue on the Texas High Plains. "Rise and Shine" is the theme of this year’s Ft. Worth...

Texas Ag Today - January 19, 2022 from 2022-01-19T14:54:25

Cattle prices are starting strong in 2022. The recent Covid surge has slowed down the cattle supply chain, and that’s tightening margins for Texas feedlots. 2021 was a good year for the cotton ma...

Texas Ag Today - January 18, 2022 from 2022-01-18T15:27:47

Texas Congressman Mike Cloud is wrapping up his first year on the House Agriculture Committee. Without some significant moisture soon, things are only going to get tougher for cattle producers on ...

Texas Ag Today - January 17, 2022 from 2022-01-17T14:11:46

A Texan is leading the American Farm Bureau's Young Farmer and Rancher committee. Texas High Plains farmers are facing some serious challenges right now, including a worsening drought. As dry con...

Texas Ag Today - January 14, 2022 from 2022-01-14T14:20:04

AFBF will not support mandated cash cattle trade. There’s a special online budget resource available for Texas farmers. The economic outlook for 2022 was previewed at the recent American Farm Bur...

Texas Ag Today - January 13, 2022 from 2022-01-13T14:55:59

USDA's Crop Production and Supply and Demand reports were friendly for the cotton market. 2022 could be a good year for Texas corn farmers, even with the higher cost of inputs. Texas delegates le...

Texas Ag Today - January 12, 2022 from 2022-01-12T14:41:29

The first cotton acreage estimate of the year is out. Dicamba products can be very helpful to Texas High Plains farmers, but there is the issue of dicamba drift. With the holidays behind us, the ...

Texas Ag Today - January 11, 2022 from 2022-01-11T15:05:39

China is behind on Phase One trade purchases. Annual certification trainings are available for Texas High Plains farmers who are planning to apply dicamba or 2-4D this year. The successes of 2021...

Texas Ag Today - January 10, 2022 from 2022-01-10T15:27:23

Packer concentration is getting a lot of attention right now. Wildfires are a big danger in the Texas High Plains. Corn mites can be a challenge for some Texas corn growers. The American Farm B...

Texas Ag Today - January 7, 2022 from 2022-01-07T15:15:28

The Beltwide Cotton Conferences are in San Antonio this week. There is a lot of thought that goes into a farmer's planting decisions. Conditions are dry in the north central Texas Big Country. M...

Texas Ag Today - Jan. 6, 2022 from 2022-01-06T14:44:40

The Justice Department and USDA are teaming up to combat anti-competitive practices in the meatpacking industry. Consumers continue to drive demand for beef.Labor shortages are impacting the pork ...

Texas Ag Today - Jan. 5, 2022 from 2022-01-05T14:45:20

Today's headlines: *Improving competition in the packing industry*New technology to protect cotton from thrips *Be prepared for interest rate hikes*Livestock Forage Program deadline approaches *A...

Texas Ag Today - January 4, 2022 from 2022-01-04T15:39:08

The Biden Administration is addressing the lack of competition in the meat packing industry. The rising cost of inputs is putting a squeeze on Texas High Plains farmers. High fertilizer costs are...

Texas Ag Today - January 3, 2022 from 2022-01-03T15:47:47

The outlook is bright for cattle and cotton in 2022. As a new year gets underway for Texas High Plains farmers, what’s the price outlook for area crops this coming year? And what about the weathe...

Texas Ag Today - December 31, 2021 from 2021-12-31T14:44:56

Improving cattle market price discovery was one of the big stories of 2021. Conserving water is always a topic of interest to farmers in the Texas High Plains. Dairy cow transition time can be c...

Texas Ag Today - Dec. 30, 2021 from 2021-12-30T14:59:54

Today's headlines: *Fall calf prices rally*Texas corn farmers face supply shortages *Farmers face more uncertainty*How long will La Nina last? *West Texas cotton crop wrap-up*Administration releas...

Texas Ag Today - December 29, 2021 from 2021-12-29T15:34:41

The livestock dealer trust law is one year old. In production agriculture, the more you know about marketing, the better your chances of making money. Inflation is affecting everything, including...

Texas Ag Today - December 28, 2021 from 2021-12-28T14:24:42

The latest Cattle on Feed report didn't contain any surprises. High fertilizer prices are inspiring some innovative thinking in agriculture right now. The fight against weeds will continue in 202...

Texas Ag Today - December 27, 2021 from 2021-12-27T14:45:39

What's next for Texas Panhandle wheat farmers who lost their crop due to the recent wind storm? It appears that more Texas High Plains farmers are deciding to plant cover crops. Timely rainfall h...

Texas Ag Today - December 24, 2021 from 2021-12-24T14:11:56

A poor wheat crop is getting worse. Water conservation efforts on the Texas High Plains could help recharge the Ogallala aquifer. The Texas FFA is a three part model of education. The House of R...

Texas Ag Today - December 23, 2021 from 2021-12-23T14:32:43

How much damage did last week's wind storm do to Texas Panhandle wheat? Water supply is a major issue for Texas High Plains agriculture. Many programs are available for FFA students. The dry wea...

Texas Ag Today - December 22, 2021 from 2021-12-22T14:44:29

A massive wind storm destroyed Texas Panhandle wheat. Cattle feeders are finally making money. The Texas FFA has new leadership. Extreme South Texas is facing a flood of Mexican grapefruit. Cat...

Texas Ag Today - December 21, 2021 from 2021-12-21T15:28:12

The cattle market ends the year with a bang. There’s some good and bad news for Texas High Plains agriculture. It has been a warm fall for most of Texas, so what does the winter outlook look like...

Texas Ag Today - December 20, 2021 from 2021-12-20T13:51:29

A Texas senator says the Build Back Better bill is bad for Texas agriculture. A lot of sorghum seed is produced on the Texas High Plains. Sheep producers here in Texas and across the country are ...

Texas Ag Today - December 17, 2021 from 2021-12-17T14:27:06

Cattle market legislation has an uncertain future. We grow a lot of sorghum on the Texas High Plains, and the seed for all of that sorghum is produced here in Texas too. New cotton varieties are ...

Texas Ag Today - December 16, 2021 from 2021-12-16T14:34:43

USDA may allow more sheep and goat imports into the U.S. No rain and lots of wind are making it tough on the Texas High Plains wheat crop. Cotton farmers in the Coastal Bend of Texas will have a ...

Texas Ag Today - December 15, 2021 from 2021-12-15T15:31:38

It has been a good year for most sorghum producers in Texas. The battle is on for acreage in 2022, and it looks like cotton may have the advantage on the Texas High Plains. Texas cotton farmers w...

Texas Ag Today - December 14, 2021 from 2021-12-14T15:31:31

We'll have an update on the Northeast Texas wheat crop. Agricultural meetings will kick into gear right after the holidays. A champion of agriculture was honored by the state’s largest farm orga...

Texas Ag Today - December 13, 2021 from 2021-12-13T15:27:33

South Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales introduced a bill to reimburse farmers and ranchers for damage caused by illegal immigrants. How much can the dairy industry continue to grow on the Texas Hig...

Texas Ag Today - December 10, 2021 from 2021-12-10T15:01:52

The Cattle Contract Library Act passed the House. The phenomenal growth of the dairy industry on the Texas High Plains continues. There have been several successful farm and ranch water conservat...

Texas Ag Today - December 9, 2021 from 2021-12-09T15:07:03

Prepare now for input shortages coming in 2022. As the drought gets worse in the Texas High Plains, the likelihood of a forage shortage is growing. The Texas Water Development Board has funding t...

Texas Ag Today - December 8, 2021 from 2021-12-08T14:13:26

There are still a few wheat acres left to be planted in Texas. Current market conditions could make the case for choosing ARC over PLC for 2022. Conditions for wrapping up cotton harvest have bee...

Texas Ag Today - December 7, 2021 from 2021-12-07T14:42:30

Farmers and ranchers from throughout Texas converged on Corpus Christi last weekend for the Texas Farm Bureau's annual meeting. The beginning of work on the next farm bill is not far away. There’...

Texas Ag Today - December 6, 2021 from 2021-12-06T15:18:37

Farm input costs are rising while the supply of those inputs is shrinking. The weather may determine which crops are planted on the Texas High Plains this coming spring. The state's largest farm...

Texas Ag Today - Dec. 3, 2021 from 2021-12-03T14:52:48

Today’s headlines: *Fed cattle market now current*The effects of illegal immigration on Texas farms, ranches *Making a profit despite high input costs*Impact of salmonella on swine health, perform...

Texas Ag Today - Dec. 2, 2021 from 2021-12-02T14:36:04

Today’s headlines: *Court case muddies waters on water rights*Online foaling workshop now available *Growing hemp for grain*Winter weather outlook *Beltwide Cotton Conferences return to Texas*Ne...

Texas Ag Today - Dec. 1, 2021 from 2021-12-01T14:28:08

Today's headlines: *NWS forecasts drier, warmer December*Cotton harvest progressing on Rolling Plains *Some cause for hemp optimism in the Panhandle*Texas winter wheat struggling *TFB annual meeti...

Texas Ag Today - November 30, 2021 from 2021-11-30T14:34:37

Legislation to regulate the cattle market is gaining traction in Washington. Hemp may become a viable crop on the Texas High Plains. Texas citrus could be making a comeback following the devastat...

Texas Ag Today - November 29, 2021 from 2021-11-29T15:30:13

The Texas is citrus industry is still recovering from the devastating effects of Winter Storm Uri back in February. The Amarillo Farm and Ranch show gets underway this week. Demand for corn is exc...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 26, 2021 from 2021-11-26T14:56:25

Today’s headlines: *Cotton harvest progressing well*Texas peanut harvest underway *Infrared thermography potentially decreases antibiotic usage in cattle*Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show approaches *W...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 25, 2021 from 2021-11-25T14:00

Today's headlines: *Protecting stored grains from insects*BRD-related discovery *Drought expanding in Texas*Warmer, drier weather impacting winter wheat *Many in Valley worried about water for 202...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 24, 2021 from 2021-11-24T14:33:10

Today's headlines: *USDA grants $7 million to study citrus greening in Texas*Panhandle received rains at just the right time *Good yields for West Texas corn*Vilsack highlights ’21 accomplishments...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 23, 2021 from 2021-11-23T14:39:38

Today’s headlines: *Fewer cattle on feed in Texas, U.S.*The agricultural land market is hot on the High Plains *Vietnam lowers tariff on U.S. corn*Winter grazing growing well in East Texas *Thanks...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 22, 2021 from 2021-11-22T14:44:55

Today’s headlines: *EPA re-enacting Obama-era WOTUS rule*Farmers, ranchers await Lesser Prairie Chicken decision *Infrastructure bill addresses livestock hauling regulations*Hay production, input ...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 19, 2021 from 2021-11-19T14:40:47

Today’s headlines: AFBF opposes spending billUSDA declares disaster areas in Texas Cattle groups call for ban on Brazilian beefControlling weeds with sheep Texas ag students receive valuable knowl...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 18, 2021 from 2021-11-18T14:43:41

Today’s headlines: Inflation’s effects on the farmTips for raising goats and sheep Sustainability is more than a buzzword for agricultureThe infrastructure package has money earmarked for rural co...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 17, 2021 from 2021-11-17T14:57:37

Today’s headlines: Illegal immigration could put livestock in Texas at risk.Texas Farm Bureau recognizes outstanding young farmers and ranchers. FiberMax and Stoneville recognize high-yielding gro...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 16, 2021 from 2021-11-16T14:36:35

Today’s headlines: CattleFax CEO addresses cattle market legislationUSDA increases forecast cotton production Cash fed cattle prices on the riseFacts influencing higher crop yields It’s time to mo...

Texas Ag Today - Nov. 15, 2021 from 2021-11-15T14:44:34

Today’s headlines: Lawmakers urge Mexico to uphold USMCA ag provisions.Prussic acid concerns for cattle raisers. AgriLife launches a new way to reach out to High Plains farmers and ranchers.Good p...

Texas Ag Today - November 12, 2021 from 2021-11-12T14:26:01

Wheat planting is wrapping up in Texas, but the crop isn't looking very good as drought spreads across the state. If you’re trying to make a living in agriculture, it can help to have more than on...

Texas Ag Today - November 11, 2021 from 2021-11-11T15:09:37

This has been great year for growing corn silage in Texas. The Texas High Plains is a place rich in agricultural history, and there’s a place in Lubbock where you can go to learn about that histor...

Texas Ag Today - November 10, 2021 from 2021-11-10T14:47:11

Another round of WHIP+ disaster payments is on the way. The deadline for purchasing PRF insurance is fast approaching. Higher cotton prices are keeping Texas cotton producers optimistic during ha...

Texas Ag Today - November 9, 2021 from 2021-11-09T14:27:46

The infrastructure bill gets praise from farm groups. Fertilizer prices are high and still climbing, so it’s important to make sure you aren’t wasting nutrients. ARC and PLC enrollment is underwa...

Texas Ag Today - November 8, 2021 from 2021-11-08T14:52:05

The cattle industry's 75 percent plan seems to be working. The calendar is filling up with a lot of programs for farmers and ranchers in the months ahead. Grain demand is up, but input costs are ...

Texas Ag Today - November 5, 2021 from 2021-11-05T14:46:31

The battle against cattle fever ticks continues, but it may be time for a new approach. A federal advisory committee is preparing to hold a public meeting on how to help the Environmental Protecti...

Texas Ag Today - November 4, 2021 from 2021-11-04T16:02:38

Henry Cuellar discusses the Cattle Contract Library Act. As federal environmental policy evolves, a Texas panhandle producer is in a special position to advise EPA on how to treat agriculture. US...

Texas Ag Today - November 3, 2021 from 2021-11-03T15:04:01

Wheat planting is wrapping up in Texas, but the condition of this new wheat crop is nothing to get excited about. The Amarillo Farm and Ranch show is back this year. The state’s largest farm orga...

Texas Ag Today - November 2, 2021 from 2021-11-02T14:25:14

Cattle producers will soon have more leverage in the cattle market. 2021 has been a good year for cotton in the Texas panhandle, and cotton isn’t get only crop that has prospered in the panhandle ...

Texas Ag Today - November 1, 2021 from 2021-11-01T14:50:02

Inflation is affecting the cattle business. Fertilizer prices are through the roof right now, and that makes soil testing more valuable than ever. November weather in Texas may be warmer and drie...

Texas Ag Today - October 29, 2021 from 2021-10-29T15:00:28

Texas Cattle Feeders Association President and CEO Ross Wilson is retiring. The cattle business in Texas is in the middle of the fall run. Winter wheat planting is moving forward on the rolling p...

Texas Ag Today - October 28, 2021 from 2021-10-28T14:22:12

Texas cattle feeders are feeling cautiously optimistic. Dry conditions this fall on the Texas High Plains may have ranchers on the hunt for more hay. Winter wheat planting continues across Texas,...

Texas Ag Today - October 27, 2021 from 2021-10-27T14:52:29

The Texas cotton crop is making up for lost time as we near the halfway point of harvest. The Texas Cattle Feeders Association is holding their annual meeting this week. The spring and summer wer...

Texas Ag Today - October 26, 2021 from 2021-10-26T14:22:24

The 75% plan was hatched by the cattle industry to improve cash fed cattle trade. So is the plan working? The cotton crop on the Texas High Plains has turned out much better than most were thinki...

Texas Ag Today - October 25, 2021 from 2021-10-25T14:11:49

The Cattle Contract Library Act was introduced in Congress. The new high tech peanut sheller in Vernon could help the Texas peanut industry develop better seed. US beef exports are setting record...

Texas Ag Today - October 22, 2021 from 2021-10-22T14:39:37

The corn crop in the northeast Texas Panhandle looks great this year. A big spike in fertilizer prices is the latest hit to Texas farmers and ranchers. We had a fairly mild summer in the Texas pa...

Texas Ag Today - October 21, 2021 from 2021-10-21T15:12:54

Drought in the western U.S. is causing cattle herd liquidation. The soaring cost of inputs is threatening the ability of many Texas farmers to make a profit. The corn harvest is wrapping up in Te...

Texas Ag Today - October 20, 2021 from 2021-10-20T15:21:18

Dry weather is helping to finish out the cotton crop. The corn season in the Texas High Plains both started and ended dry, but good rains in between really helped. Trees can have a big effect on ...

Texas Ag Today - October 19, 2021 from 2021-10-19T14:25:50

The proposal to eliminate stepped up basis isn't dead yet. This has been a tough year for Texas High Plains cattle feeders, but their luck may be about to change. Farm meetings took a hiatus last...

Texas Ag Today - October 18, 2021 from 2021-10-18T15:00:54

Dry weather presents plenty of challenges for wheat planting. New research shows newly arrived stocker cattle may respond better to a high energy ration. West Texas A&M and Texas Farm Bureau have...

Texas Ag Today - October 15, 2021 from 2021-10-15T15:23:39

The cotton crop is running behind schedule both here in Texas and nationwide. Beef exports set a record in August, and that's great news for Texas cattle producers. Congress recently passed an ex...

Texas Ag Today - October 14, 2021 from 2021-10-14T16:16:24

USDA's latest WASDE report sent the cotton market lower this week. China is buying US beef at an incredible pace. 2021 has been a good year for Texas pecan producers. As we move into the winter ...

Texas Ag Today - October 13, 2021 from 2021-10-13T15:04:47

Corn harvest is rolling in the northern Texas Panhandle. The Ogallala Aquifer will be the focus of an upcoming event. USDA is launching soil carbon monitoring efforts through the Conservation Res...

Texas Ag Today - October 12, 2021 from 2021-10-12T15:01:55

A Texas congressman is expressing his frustration at the House Agriculture Committee. Cotton harvest is getting underway on the Texas High Plains, but harvest is winding down in the Coastal Bend. ...

Texas Ag Today - Oct. 11, 2021 from 2021-10-11T14:45:20

Today’s headlines: House Ag Committee holds hearing on livestock industry.World’s leading mozzarella manufacturer coming to Texas. Armyworms in North Central Texas fields.TFB exhibit at the State ...

Texas Ag Today - October 8, 2021 from 2021-10-08T15:16:39

Texas A&M delivered a big cattle report to Congress this week. The Hemphill County Beef Conference in Canadian has become one of the top cattle events in the country. Cotton harvest is getting un...

Texas Ag Today - Oct. 7, 2021 from 2021-10-07T14:42:42

Today’s headlines: Cotton hit $1.10. What does that mean for cotton demand?Another rain could have made a difference on Texas High Plains crops. Summer rains good for Texas hay.Mycotoxins in feed ...

Texas Ag Today - October 6, 2021 from 2021-10-06T14:52:08

The auction for the nation's first bale of cotton set a record. High prices are a welcome change this year, but Texas farmers are being pressured by high production costs. October is a great mont...

Texas Ag Today - October 5, 2021 from 2021-10-05T15:37:29

The cattle market has taken a significant drop in the last few weeks, and that could affect stocker profitability. Texas High Plains farmers have seen their share of rainy spells and dry spells th...

Texas Ag Today - October 4, 2021 from 2021-10-04T15:02:32

The wheat market got a big boost from last week's USDA grain stocks report. There are a couple of hemp field days coming up. Planting winter forages this fall can reduce or eliminate the need for...

Texas Ag Today - October 1, 2021 from 2021-10-01T15:08:28

How high will the cotton market go? The Bradley 3 Ranch in Childress county wins the Certified Angus Beef Sustainability Award. The cotton crop is running behind schedule in the Texas panhandle, ...

Texas Ag Today - September 30, 2021 from 2021-09-30T14:45:40

Dollar cotton is here thanks to very strong worldwide demand. September was a very dry month on the Texas High Plains. Fall is here and calves are headed to market in East Texas. The old adage t...

Texas Ag Today - September 29, 2021 from 2021-09-29T14:54:18

USDA's latest Cattle on Feed report surprised some analysts. The Texas cotton crop has been running behind all year long, and growers are being advised to avoid getting in a rush to finish out th...

Texas Ag Today - September 28, 2021 from 2021-09-28T14:57:19

Farmers in the Coastal Bend have seen mixed harvest results in 2021. Corn harvest is underway on the Texas High Plains. Texas food processors have faced many challenges in the last 18 months than...

Texas Ag Today - September 27, 2021 from 2021-09-27T14:52:13

The Rolling Plains cotton crop is moving towards harvest. Clarendon college has a long running relationship with the Texas cattle industry. The US cotton trust protocol is welcoming new members. ...

Texas Ag Today - September 24, 2021 from 2021-09-24T15:04:26

The Environmental Protection Agency says it will seek farmers input when rewriting clean water rules. Plant diseases are getting extra attention from High Plains wheat researchers. The Texas shee...

Texas Ag Today - September 23, 2021 from 2021-09-23T15:01:12

Cattle prices should see a substantial rise next year. The State Fair of Texas kicks off this weekend. Texas wheat farmers have incentives to increase the quality of their crop. Cotton farmers o...

Texas Ag Today - September 22, 2021 from 2021-09-22T14:36:59

Cotton harvest is moving fast across Texas with very good crop conditions. As cotton harvest progresses, preventing plastic contamination should be a top priority for cotton producers. The outloo...

Texas Ag Today - September 21, 2021 from 2021-09-21T14:30:05

Fall is here and Texas farms and ranches are busy. Margins for Texas High Plains feedyards remain tight. There were good corn yields in Central Texas this year. Neurological diseases in horses a...

Texas Ag Today - September 20, 2021 from 2021-09-20T14:58:51

Is dollar cotton possible? Texas pasture rental rates are on the rise. Big Tex is ready to greet fair goers at the State Fair of Texas. Drought in the western US could create opportunities for T...

Texas Ag Today - September 17, 2021 from 2021-09-17T14:31:01

Congress may leave stepped up basis alone for now. There's a rise in equine infectious anemia cases in Texas this year. Crop prices have been exceptionally good this year, and that is making for ...

Texas Ag Today - September 16, 2021 from 2021-09-16T14:33:05

Texas cotton production is taking a big jump this year. It has been a good year for Texas pecan production. The new congressman for the Texas panhandle says he’s spending a lot of time with farme...

Texas Ag Today - September 15, 2021 from 2021-09-15T14:50:22

The Texas cotton harvest is a bit behind schedule this year. Estate taxes could be increasing soon. A Texas congressman is looking for a seat on the House Agriculture Committee. Quail season is...

Texas Ag Today - September 14, 2021 from 2021-09-14T14:21:50

The JBS beef plant in Grand Island, Nebraska caught on fire Sunday. More cases of anthrax are popping up in Texas. Temperatures have been hot in September, and that could affect beef cattle herds...

Texas Ag Today - September 13, 2021 from 2021-09-13T14:35:07

USDA cuts cotton acreage, but increases yield. This may be a big year for silage production in the Texas Panhandle. We will probably see a later than normal citrus harvest in the Rio Grande Valle...

Texas Ag Today - September 10, 2021 from 2021-09-10T14:28:54

The White House is addressing concentration in the meat packing industry. This has been a good year for rainfall on the Texas High Plains, but things are getting dry. Grain sorghum harvest is mov...

Texas Ag Today - September 9, 2021 from 2021-09-09T15:06:04

The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine has enrolled the largest class of veterinary students in the nation. Wildfires on the west coast are affecting crops on the Texas High Plains. Wine gr...

Texas Ag Today - September 8, 2021 from 2021-09-08T14:41:03

There is a big need for expanded beef packing capacity in the U.S. Several sheep field days are coming up, including one this week. There’s a new dimension in the battle against the wheat curl mi...

Texas Ag Today - September 7, 2021 from 2021-09-07T14:17:59

Opening hurricane damaged export facilities in Louisiana is a top priority. A Texas congressman says proposed tax increases could devastate farmers and ranchers. Meeting season will be here befor...

Texas Ag Today - September 6, 2021 from 2021-09-06T14:00

More farm groups are responding to last week's court ruling vacating the Navigable Waters Protection Act. There are two big ag events coming up soon at West Texas A&M University in Canyon. The Co...

Texas Ag Today - September 3, 2021 from 2021-09-03T14:58:02

The Texas wheat industry is working to address climate change. The Texas Beef Council is education chefs on the benefits of beef. Texas High Plains cotton had a rocky start, but it looks encourag...

Texas Ag Today - September 2, 2021 from 2021-09-02T15:38:02

Livestock haulers have another exemption from hours of service rules. Texas pecan producers get another five years to promote their product. Agriculture has a lot at stake in the big tax policy d...

Texas Ag Today - September 1, 2021 from 2021-09-01T14:44:13

The Waters of the U.S. battle continues. It's time to reregister your cattle brand in Texas. Crop conditions in West Texas are looking very good as harvest time nears. The Texas Food Processors ...

Texas Ag Today - August 31, 2021 from 2021-08-31T14:56:12

Sugarcane aphids have marched across Texas. There's a new bermuda grass herbicide on the market. The forage situation for Texas High Plains cattle looks pretty good heading into the fall. Thankf...

Texas Ag Today - August 30, 2021 from 2021-08-30T15:08:31

There's an increase in rabies in Texas cattle this year. More fed cattle are being sold on the cash market. Anthrax is showing up in the Texas Panhandle. U.S. agricultural exports are setting re...

Texas Ag Today - August 27, 2021 from 2021-08-27T15:14:24

The leaders of the nation's largest farm organization visited the border recently. Anthrax is popping up in Texas cattle. Another winter wheat season is about to get underway in Texas. Sustainab...

Texas Ag Today - August 26, 2021 from 2021-08-26T15:35:55

The border crisis continues for Texas farmers and ranchers. Cotton farmers should be patient when applying harvest aids this year. USDA is offering new Coronavirus assistance for contract poultry...

Texas Ag Today - August 25, 2021 from 2021-08-25T14:42:04

The cotton crop is in great condition, both here in Texas and across the cotton belt. There's a high demand for corn silage on the Texas High Plains this year. Forage testing is important when bu...

Texas Ag Today - August 24, 2021 from 2021-08-24T15:16:27

The Texas Panhandle wheat crop came out better than expected. African Swine Fever has the Texas pork industry on high alert. 2021 has been a year full of challenges, and that’s definitely apparen...

Texas Ag Today - August 23, 2021 from 2021-08-23T15:13:50

The Texas corn harvest may be off to a rough start. Cotton prices are at nine year highs. The sorghum crop in the Texas High Plains is doing so well, you may hear some farmers bragging about it. ...

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 20, 2021 from 2021-08-20T14:39:36

Cattle industry headed toward profitability Peanut farmers could see a bumper cropClasses start at Texas Tech vet school Feds name 1,300 acres critical habitat for threatened salamanders

Texas Ag Today - August 19, 2021 from 2021-08-19T14:54:36

USDA is forecasting a big jump in both cotton acreage and production in Texas this year. This has been a strong season for crops in the north Texas panhandle. Corn harvest is getting underway in ...

Texas Ag Today - August 18, 2021 from 2021-08-18T15:04:34

August is a good time to communicate with your congressman. The Texas cotton crop is looking good, but it is running behind schedule. We’re seeing a drop in the number cattle in Texas feedyards. ...

Texas Ag Today - August 17, 2021 from 2021-08-17T14:35:04

Problems continue for Texas farmers and ranchers on the Mexican border. A very late wheat harvest is finally over. High feed costs are causing some Texas cattle feeders to move from corn to wheat...

Texas Ag Today - August 16, 2021 from 2021-08-16T15:18:47

Cattle Fax has an exciting outlook for cattle prices. Doing routine inventories of your herd can help recover stolen cattle. A new law will help expand liability protection for Texas farmers and ...

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 13, 2021 from 2021-08-13T14:41:44

Texas ranchers attend Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show. Anthrax found in cow in Hardeman County.Panhandle farmers preparing for next winter wheat season. Texas leads the nation in female...

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 12, 2021 from 2021-08-12T14:37:27

Texas rancher discusses impacts of illegal immigration. US pork and beef exports at a record pace.Saving fruit and vegetable seeds in Texas. The Texas Animal Health Commission is accepting comment...

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 11, 2021 from 2021-08-11T14:27:42

Sharing beef’s sustainability story. Central Texas corn harvest underway.There’s a need for more dairy processors. Panhandle farmers scouting for sugarcane aphids.Cotton off-schedule on Texas High...

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 10, 2021 from 2021-08-10T14:36:57

Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show underway. Fall weather forecast for the Panhandle.Texas rice farmers help to feed the hungry. Texas farmers and ranchers help direct funds for rural commu...

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 9, 2021 from 2021-08-09T14:36:23

Nation’s first bale of cotton harvested in Texas. Texas Tech vet school welcoming inaugural class.Wheatheart Wheat Conference Thursday in Perryton. Frustration with problems in cattle marketing.

Texas Ag Today - August 6, 2021 from 2021-08-06T15:29:10

A disaster aid bill is making its way through Congress. The Texas Drought Monitor is looking very good for early August. Hot August temperatures have arrived in East Texas, but the army worms hav...

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 5, 2021 from 2021-08-05T14:43:49

Bayer to pull Roundup for residential use. Fall armyworms affecting Panhandle crops.Sugarcane aphids appearing later than normal. Drought conditions drastically decline.

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 4, 2021 from 2021-08-04T14:34:55

Cotton behind schedule. Livestock brands to expire in late August.Weed pressure a rising threat on the Panhandle. Know deed restrictions before buying.

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 3, 2021 from 2021-08-03T14:27:21

DOJ cracking down on price fixing in the meat sector. Texas dairy industry recovering well.San Angelo ranch recognized. Cooler weather good for Panhandle crops.Dove season forecast. Bovine TB case...

Texas Ag Today - Aug. 2, 2021 from 2021-08-02T14:45:46

Bill would reimburse farmers and ranchers for damages associated with illegal immigration. African Swine Fever spreads to the Dominican Republic.Thieves targeting firearms on farms and ranchers. L...

Texas Ag Today - July 30, 2021 from 2021-07-30T14:38:41

The hottest month of the year is here, but it might not be a hot as usual. Sugarcane aphids are showing up in sorghum fields all over Texas, but growers have a lot more ways to fight them now than...

Texas Ag Today - July 29, 2021 from 2021-07-29T15:07:48

Texas weather makes it a challenge to have both a good crop and a high price. The Texas wheat harvest is almost finished. One of the largest beef cattle educational events in the nation gets unde...

Texas Ag Today - July 28, 2021 from 2021-07-28T14:56:26

The Texas dairy industry continues to grow. The Coastal Bend grain sorghum harvest is making progress, after dealing with heavy harvest time rainfall. Armyworms are making an early march across T...

Texas Ag Today - July 27, 2021 from 2021-07-27T14:39:22

Two USDA reports are very bullish for the cattle market. For Texas High Plains ranchers, it’s hard to beat the combination of good rains and better prices. The new Texas State FFA officer team is...

Texas Ag Today - July 26, 2021 from 2021-07-26T15:04:30

Farmers in northeast Texas are enjoying the benefits of adequate rainfall this year. Texas border farmers and ranchers are asking the Biden administration to pay for damages that illegal migrants ...

Texas Ag Today - July 23, 2021 from 2021-07-23T14:33:28

A Texas Congressman has introduced a bill to reform the Endangered Species Act. Cotton on the Texas High Plains is looking good.Tips on following the Mediterranean diet. U.S. milk production is g...

Texas Ag Today - July 22, 2021 from 2021-07-22T14:28:22

Conditions better for corn on the Texas High Plains The Texas Animal Health Commission is encouraging Texans to vaccinate their cattle against livestockCotton and grain sorghum looking good in Wich...

Texas Ag Today - July 21, 2021 from 2021-07-21T14:40:44

North Texans find invasive worm that eats earthworms. Texas cattle feeders respond to call for more negotiated trades.Farmers and ranchers visit with restaurant owners and operators. Wet weather m...

Texas Ag Today - July 20, 2021 from 2021-07-20T14:36:31

Spring rains have helped hay production in northeast Texas. Cattle feeders still struggle with high feed costs.Concho Valley cotton farmers optimistic. Wet weather delays the Coastal Bend sorghum ...

Texas Ag Today - July 19, 2021 from 2021-07-19T14:59:42

Grain sorghum in parts of South Texas is sprouting in the head. Cattle prices are higher than 2020, and could be better.Topping last year’s pork exports won’t be easy. Texas peach crop doing very w...

Texas Ag Today - July 16, 2021 from 2021-07-16T14:52:41

Texas Coastal Bend farmers are dealing with massive amounts of rainfall. Exports of US beef are on the rise. The outlook for the 2021 Texas pecan crop is mixed, depending on where you’re at in the...

Texas Ag Today - July 15, 2021 from 2021-07-15T14:39:49

Central Texas sorghum is looking good as harvest approaches. Canola is a difficult crop to harvest, and that may be one reason why Texas High Plains farmers are reluctant to grow it. The Texas A&...

Texas Ag Today - July 14, 2021 from 2021-07-14T14:52:03

Heavy rains have stopped sorghum harvest in both the Texas Coastal Bend and the Rio Grande Valley. Can canola become a major grain crop in the Texas High Plains? The wet spring and summer that we...

Texas Ag Today - July 13, 2021 from 2021-07-13T15:06:24

The pandemic is causing supply chain problems for agriculture. Research continues on growing canola in the Texas High Plains. The Texas FFA convention was held last week in Ft. Worth. The wet we...

Texas Ag Today - July 12, 2021 from 2021-07-12T14:19:54

USDA pledges $500 million to expand meat processing capacity in the U.S. There are a lot of wheat varieties out there but not all of them will work on the Texas High Plains. A new digital map of ...

Texas Ag Today - July 9, 2021 from 2021-07-09T15:30:50

The rain is bringing both good and bad to Texas farmers and ranchers. High Plains corn farmers need to be on the lookout for insects. The rain just will not stop on the Texas Coastal Bend. This ...

Texas Ag Today - July 8, 2021 from 2021-07-08T15:21:02

Rust is showing up in Central Texas corn. Rain is definitely helping to grow the corn crop on the Texas High Plains, but it’s also causing an increase in plant diseases. The grain sorghum harvest...

Texas Ag Today - July 7, 2021 from 2021-07-07T14:47:32

Recent rains have brightened the outlook for many High Plains farmers. Grain sorghum underway in the Rio Grande Valley.Rain, winds, and cooler weather have taken a toll on some Central Texas corn. ...

Texas Ag Today - July 6, 2021 from 2021-07-06T14:53:35

Higher feed prices have led to less grain in storage in Texas. Wet weather is impacting wheat harvest in West Texas and the Panhandle.A combination of technology and farming practices help growers...

Texas Ag Today - July 5, 2021 from 2021-07-05T15:00

West Texas saw 130 mph winds and massive downpours last week. Pork producers on the Texas High Plains find themselves having to keep up with events in California. Texas forage producers need to k...

Texas Ag Today - July 2, 2021 from 2021-07-02T13:59:33

Texas farmers have planted more wheat and sorghum and less cotton and corn. The situation isn’t perfect, but overall things continue to be good for pork producers in the Texas High Plains. Openin...

Texas Ag Today - July 1, 2021 from 2021-07-01T15:33:04

Texas wheat harvest is 75 percent done. A leadership change is underway for Plains Cotton Growers as Steve Verret retires. The progress of West Texas cotton depends on when the crop was planted. ...

Texas Ag Today - June 30, 2021 from 2021-06-30T15:09:06

More big rainfall in the Texas Panhandle. A few things here or there can help or hurt ranchers profits. A wet spring helps farmers appreciate technology that may not have been invented with them...

Texas Ag Today - June 29, 2021 from 2021-06-29T15:05:16

There are less hogs and pigs in Texas this year. Flies have are becoming a big problem this spring in the Texas panhandle. The Texas FFA State Officer team is wrapping up their year of service. W...

Texas Ag Today - June 28, 2021 from 2021-06-28T15:30:49

Eliminating stepped up basis could be devastating for Texas farm and ranches. Things are looking much greener on the Texas High Plains, but ranchers there are warned not to get too enthusiastic. ...

Texas Ag Today - June 25, 2021 from 2021-06-25T14:42:20

Texas wheat harvest is past the halfway mark. WOTUS isrearing its ugly head once again. The Senate Ag Committee hosted a hearing this week on transparency in cattle marketing.An emergency rule imp...

Texas Ag Today - June 24, 2021 from 2021-06-24T14:41:33

This week, U.S. Congressman Kevin Brady, of Texas, was recognized by Texas Farm Bureau. Dr. Temple Grandin is scheduled to speak at the annual Sandhills Beef Cattle Conference in July in Monahans....

Texas Ag Today - June 23, 2021 from 2021-06-23T14:40:09

There's a move in Congress to increase the estate tax. A Texas Congressman is honored for his commitment to agriculture.A dry June is impacting corn and cotton on the Texas High Plains. Rain caused...

Texas Ag Today - June 22, 2021 from 2021-06-22T14:49:12

Recent rains have caused some disease in corn and grain sorghum on the Upper Gulf Coast. Texas feedyards are still working below break-evens.Medical screenings are encouraged as COVID lessens. It'...

Texas Ag Today - June 21, 2021 from 2021-06-21T14:48:48

The Texas dairy industry is growing. Texas lawmakers passed a bill on ag education this session.Spring rains have improved grazing conditions across much of Texas. May rains helped improve sorghum...

Texas Ag Today - June 18, 2021 from 2021-06-18T15:11:35

Texas sorghum harvest is about to begin in the Rio Grande Valley. High Plains sorghum farmers are having very little problem with the sugarcane aphid this year. All of the rain we’ve had over the...

Texas Ag Today - June 17, 2021 from 2021-06-17T15:37:24

Stepped up basis could be devastating to Texas farms and ranches. Is it worth the risk to plant cotton late in June? Texas livestock producers can now get a permit to protect livestock from black...

Texas Ag Today - June 16, 2021 from 2021-06-16T15:06:14

The Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course is on for 2021. Triple digit heat is allowing cotton planting to get caught up in Texas. If you thought the WOTUS rule was dead, think again. We'll have th...

Texas Ag Today - June 15, 2021 from 2021-06-15T15:18:29

The Texas wheat harvest is way behind schedule, and that's causing sprouting problems in some areas of the state. Information provided by the West Texas Mesonet serves many important purposes. Su...

Texas Ag Today - June 14, 2021 from 2021-06-14T14:58:24

Areas along the Texas Gulf Coast have received nearly 3 feet of rain in the last two months, and that’s causing plenty of problems. Mother Nature has caused several delays in both planting and har...

Texas Ag Today - June 11, 2021 from 2021-06-11T14:34:05

Things are looking greener on the Texas High Plains, but ranchers should still prepare for the next drought. Wet fields could be hampering Central Texas farming and ranching.The Environmental Pr...

Texas Ag Today - June 10, 2021 from 2021-06-10T14:29:32

Texas Panhandle sorghum growers have new options to fight weeds. Pastures are greening up in the Coastal Bend. There are opportunities for Texas farmers and ranchers who have older diesel equipment...

Texas Ag Today - June 9, 2021 from 2021-06-09T14:42:25

Wet weather, and some drought, on the Texas High Plains has led to some crop insurance claims. Hurricane season is here. Onion season is over in the Rio Grande Valley. Watermelons in the valley may...

Texas Ag Today - June 8, 2021 from 2021-06-08T14:56:40

Rain has delayed wheat harvest in parts of Texas. There are several factors that may cause your horse to be overweight. A long-time supporter of Texas wildlife and conservation is being recognized.

Texas Ag Today - June 7, 2021 from 2021-06-07T14:26:09

The State Fair of Texas will return in 2021. Thirty percent of Texas' cotton crop is rated very poor to poor, per the U.S. Department of Agriculture. While the rain has been mostly beneficial on th...

Texas Ag Today - June 4, 2021 from 2021-06-04T14:42:50

Farm Bureaus across the nation are urging the Biden administration to take action. A new Cacique plant in the Texas Panhandle will benefit the Texas dairy industry. Some lucky anglers will win a...

Texas Ag Today - June 3, 2021 from 2021-06-03T15:03:21

There's a new tool in the fight against wild hogs. The recent rains in the Texas High Plains have brought both good and bad to the area. There are both planting and harvesting delays on the Texas...

Texas Ag Today - June 2, 2021 from 2021-06-02T15:26:35

The JBS cyber attack has had far reaching impacts on meat production around the globe. The late springtime rain continues to fall in Central Texas. A prolonged rainy spell for the Texas High Plai...

Texas Ag Today - June 1, 2021 from 2021-06-01T15:29:34

There are some potential market moving events coming up soon in the corn market. May was a wet month across Texas. It has been a cooler than normal spring in Texas this year, so how has that affe...

Texas Ag Today - May 31, 2021 from 2021-05-31T14:39:52

Red meat production in Texas took a drop last month. Corn and wheat prices have taken a drop lately, but Texas farmers can still make a profit if they can make a crop. There will soon be more op...

Texas Ag Today - May 28, 2021 from 2021-05-28T14:45:54

The State Senate unanimously passed Eminent Domain reform legislation. The pandemic has caused consumers to cook more beef at home. The Central Texas Blacklands has finally received good rain acr...

Texas Ag Today - May 27, 2021 from 2021-05-27T15:21:34

The Texas peach crop is looking good, despite Mother Nature's wrath. Beef demand is strong right now, thanks to expanding consumer outreach for the product. Hurricane season is right around the c...

Texas Ag Today - May 26, 2021 from 2021-05-26T15:20:55

While the rain has been a welcome development in the Texas panhandle, the storms did their share of damage to newly planted cotton. When buying rural land, remember the real estate rule: location...

Texas Ag Today - May 25, 2021 from 2021-05-25T15:19:57

Spring planting in the Texas panhandle isn’t really off to a fast start thanks to the rain, but most farmers are probably ok with that. Is now the time to buy rural land? Recent rains have improv...

Texas Ag Today - May 24, 2021 from 2021-05-24T14:56:50

Some areas of Texas have gone from a drought to a downpour. Most farmers and ranchers are glad to get the recent rains, but it seems there’s always a downside when storms pass through. Recent rai...

Texas Ag Today - May 21, 2021 from 2021-05-21T14:37:46

Mother Nature has played havoc with Texas farmers and ranchers here in 2021. You can grow a lot of things here in Texas, but if you’re going to survive, you need to grow what works for the market....

Texas Ag Today - May 20, 2021 from 2021-05-20T15:10:10

Spring storms have brought both beneficial rain and unwanted hail to Texas, but most farmers will take the storms over the drought any day. With the price of some fertilizers up more than 40 perce...

Texas Ag Today - May 19, 2021 from 2021-05-19T15:16:23

The Texas wheat harvest is underway with very mixed results. The rainfall has been a welcome development for sorghum growers in the Texas Panhandle, but soil temperatures are still a bit cool to g...

Texas Ag Today - May 18, 2021 from 2021-05-18T14:35:31

Texas Congressman Kevin Brady says it's time for the Biden Administration's moratorium on trade agreements to end. It seems that meat packers have all of the control in the beef business right now...

Texas Ag Today - May 17, 2021 from 2021-05-17T14:54:01

High sorghum prices should result in more sorghum acreage in Texas this year. All of Texas agriculture is focused on the weather right now. West Texas has seen some rain over the past few days, b...

Texas Ag Today - May 14, 2021 from 2021-05-14T14:50:10

Texas wheat harvest is beginning, but it may be a crop to forget. The Texas House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved Eminent Domain reform legislation. The spring sweet onion harvest ...

Texas Ag Today - May 13, 2021 from 2021-05-13T15:42:51

The Cattlemen's Beef Board has openings for Texas cattle producers. A prevention and treatment plan can help minimize economic losses caused by internal parasites in cattle. Planters are starting...

Texas Ag Today - May 12, 2021 from 2021-05-12T14:40:43

Less than half of Texas is now under drought. Texas wheat harvest is underway. Cotton farmers set to evaluate new seed varieties. Be careful taking your dog to dog parks. It's sea turtle nesting...

Texas Ag Today - May 11, 2021 from 2021-05-11T15:27:20

There are some new numbers that may help determine what normal weather is in the Texas panhandle. Texas peanut farmers are expected to plant fewer acres this year. Much of Texas has gotten rain o...

Texas Ag Today - May 10, 2021 from 2021-05-10T15:09:32

Texas livestock investigators are investing in new technology. Beef packers are making near record profits right now, but why is that? There’s a big tradeoff when producing high quality hay versu...

Texas Ag Today - May 7, 2021 from 2021-05-07T14:50:46

Texas pecan production was higher in 2020, but producers received less money for their crop.  Life is dangerous every day for ranchers on the border.  It’s looking like this may not be a very go...

Texas Ag Today - May 6, 2021 from 2021-05-06T14:55:42

The Green New Deal is back. Farmers now need to use a buffering agent when applying dicamba. Its shaping up to be a challenging year for raising cattle on the Texas High Plains. Reducing interna...

Texas Ag Today - May 5, 2021 from 2021-05-05T15:01:30

The historic 6666 Ranch has a new owner. The potential for a profitable cotton crop is very good right now. The corn crop in the Central Texas Blacklands is up and growing quickly. Texas rancher...

Texas Ag Today - May 4, 2021 from 2021-05-04T15:29:28

The influx of illegal immigrants is causing South Texas ranchers to fear for their safety. Corn prices have hit 9 year highs, but Texas corn farmers may still face a very challenging year thanks t...

Texas Ag Today - May 3, 2021 from 2021-05-03T14:54:39

New videos and personal accounts from farmers and ranchers impacted by the southern border crisis describe an overwhelming and often dangerous situation that must be addressed. The rebound in the ...

Texas Ag Today - April 30, 2021 from 2021-04-30T14:41:16

A program seeks to honor Texas farms and ranchers that have stayed in agricultural production for a century or longer. A popular Texas beef conference brought in hundreds of people from a dozen sta...

Texas Ag Today - April 29, 2021 from 2021-04-29T14:51:28

The drought has eased somewhat in Texas, but it's still very widespread. Drought was a hot topic at the big Hemphill County Beef Conference in Canadian this week. Recent cold temperatures have sl...

Texas Ag Today - April 28, 2021 from 2021-04-28T15:20:05

Texas wheat crop condition ratings fall following last week's freezing temperatures. The future of groundwater supplies in the Texas High Plains is a top concern for most any farmer there. Onion ...

Texas Ag Today - April 27, 2021 from 2021-04-27T15:19:08

Sorghum exports are setting new records. The Texas dairy industry is expanding, but it’s a careful balance to keep from oversupplying the market. Feral hogs are a problem across Texas, and East T...

Texas Ag Today - April 26, 2021 from 2021-04-26T15:59:50

Congress considers rural broadband expansion. As the dairy business continues to expand in Texas, the biggest player of all is the Texas High Plains. Scattered showers across the Coastal Bend hav...

Texas Ag Today - April 23, 2021 from 2021-04-23T14:50:29

Texas farmers have use of newly registered dicamba products this year. The state legislature is considering legislation to clarify labeling on fake meat. There may not be much profit to be made i...

Texas Ag Today - April 22, 2021 from 2021-04-22T15:15:51

Only one member of the Texas congressional delegation is on an agriculture committee. As Texas High Plains farmers begin to get the 2021 crop in the ground, the economic outlook is only getting be...

Texas Ag Today - April 21, 2021 from 2021-04-21T13:54:18

Cold temperatures threaten the Texas wheat crop. The drought continues to spread across Texas. Nearly 40 million dollars were lost to defaulted livestock payments over the last 10 years, but ther...

Texas Ag Today - April 20, 2021 from 2021-04-20T15:23:13

Texas gets a new cheese plant. Fed cattle prices have improved recently, but times still remain tough for Texas feedyards. Texas livestock producers will benefit from new dealer trust laws. We'l...

Texas Ag Today - April 19, 2021 from 2021-04-19T15:33:10

An important deadline for Texas landowners is approaching fast. Livestock sellers now have more protection if a buyer defaults on payment. Plastic contamination remains a major headache for the c...

Texas Ag Today - April 16, 2021 from 2021-04-16T14:46

Farm animal liability legislation has cleared the Texas House of Representatives. The Texas Department of Transportation is planting milkweed and other pollinator-friendly plants. The Hemphill Coun...

Texas Ag Today - April 15, 2021 from 2021-04-15T14:34:13

Texas farmers will plant more sorghum acres in 2021. There has been a big rise in US beef exports to China in recent months. There is a high demand for agricultural education teachers here in Tex...

Texas Ag Today - April 14, 2021 from 2021-04-14T15:44:05

Corn planting is over half complete in Texas. Texas sorghum farmers will benefit from a new partnership. Cotton planting is underway in the Central Texas Blacklands. We'll have those stories and...

Texas Ag Today - April 13, 2021 from 2021-04-13T14:00:17

The Texas drought continues to spread. With the drought worsening on the Texas High plains, will there be enough moisture to get spring planting started? It’s been about two months since winter S...

Texas Ag Today - April 12, 2021 from 2021-04-12T15:15:33

Water availability is constant challenge on the Texas High Plains. Texas cotton growers gathered in Lubbock over the weekend after a one year hiatus. Drought conditions continue to intensify in t...

Texas Ag Today - April 9, 2021 from 2021-04-09T13:49:27

How are grazing conditions in the Texas panhandle? Water legislation is under consideration in the Texas legislature. Urban Texans are buying acres in the country at a rapid rate. Spring is in f...

Texas Ag Today - April 8, 2021 from 2021-04-08T15:06:23

Drought continues to expand across Texas. The expansion of veterinary education opportunities at West Texas A&M University in Canyon is moving forward. The Southern Plains of Texas has received s...

Texas Ag Today - April 7, 2021 from 2021-04-07T14:56:02

CFAP 2 signup is open once again. Texas farmers are expected to plant more sorghum acres this year. With winter behind us and spring pastures greening up, when is the correct time to put out past...

Texas Ag Today - April 6, 2021 from 2021-04-06T15:06:39

The Texas legislature is considering a bill that would prohibit fake meat products from using terms like "beef." Plains Cotton Growers is holding their annual meeting this Friday. Spring planting...

Texas Ag Today - April 5, 2021 from 2021-04-05T15:01:45

The latest estimate for Texas crop acreage is out. Cotton planting is underway in south and central Texas, but we’re about a month away from starting on the Texas High Plains. Spring weather is t...

Texas Ag Today - April 2, 2021 from 2021-04-02T15:00

Texas Farm Bureau testifies in favor of Eminent Domain reform. Corn farmers in the Texas High Plains face some challenges here in 2021, but there’s reason to be optimistic as well. Easter weeken...

Texas Ag Today - April 1, 2021 from 2021-04-01T14:20:11

USDA's Prospective Plantings report shocked the corn and soybean markets. The number of hogs and pigs in Texas has decreased over the last year. March was one of the better months for precipitati...

Texas Ag Today - March 31, 2021 from 2021-03-31T15:32

The after effects of Winter Storm Uri are a concern for Texas High Plains ranchers. Farmers in extreme South Texas continue the cleanup and damage assessment five weeks after the historic cold bla...

Texas Ag Today - March 30, 2021 from 2021-03-30T15:20:28

A beautiful spring is kicking off in East Texas. Recent precipitation has been helpful in West Texas, but the drought continues. There’s a new AgriLife program that helps Texas ranchers deal with...

Texas Ag Today - March 29, 2021 from 2021-03-29T15:13

There are less cattle in Texas feedlots. 2020 was as tough year to grow cotton on the Texas High Plains. Dry conditions and windy days are presenting some real challenges for Coastal Bend agricul...

Texas Ag Today - March 26, 2021 from 2021-03-26T14:59:58

USDA has paused a plan to use RFID tags on cattle. Eminent domain laws are once again a big topic of discussion at the State Capitol. The Texas High Plains has had some noticeable precipitation e...

Texas Ag Today - March 25, 2021 from 2021-03-25T15:04:16

Respiratory disease costs Texas cattlemen a lot of money. USDA researchers in the Texas High Plains are helping farmers save irrigation water. Spring work is picking up on the Rolling Plains as t...

Texas Ag Today - March 24, 2021 from 2021-03-24T15:09:23

The Texas dairy industry continues to grow. One of AgriLife’s biggest producer meetings of the year is coming up soon. A new wheat variety for Texas farmers has performed well in its first growin...

Texas Ag Today - March 23, 2021 from 2021-03-23T14:54:35

The Texas goat market is on fire. A new cattle nutrition research project is shooting for a lofty goal. Good market prices for cotton have farmers thinking of more acres. We'll have those storie...

Texas Ag Today - March 22, 2021 from 2021-03-22T15:07:53

Malted barley could help the cattle industry with environmental issues. Spring is officially here, but the effects of winter will be felt for a while. Planters are rolling in the Rio Grande Valle...

Texas Ag Today - March 19, 2021 from 2021-03-19T14:08:50

Texas farmers have more time to apply for USDA's Quality Loss Adjustment program. The month of March has been a pretty good one for bringing precipitation to the Texas High Plains. State legisla...

Texas Ag Today - March 18, 2021 from 2021-03-18T15:02:41

Several factors can cause calving difficulty in cows. Texas High Plains cattle might be spending more time on pasture, thanks to the recent run up in corn prices. Corn and sorghum planting are in...

Texas Ag Today - March 17, 2021 from 2021-03-17T15:00:27

The Houston Livestock Show&Rodeo is underway, but it looks a lot different. Texas High Plains wheat farmers seem to be motivated to grow out a grain crop this year. West Texas farmers are prepari...

Texas Ag Today - March 16, 2021 from 2021-03-16T15:04:08

Two Texas congressmen are seeking more help for Texas farmers and ranchers. The weekend storms in the panhandle were scary, but they brought some valuable moisture to the area. Spring planting is...

Texas Ag Today - March 15, 2021 from 2021-03-15T15:04:09

The past year has been an exceptional one for the Texas sheep industry. The Texas dairy industry is still reeling from the effects of winter storm Uri. The planters have been rolling full speed i...

Texas Ag Today - March 12, 2021 from 2021-03-12T14:44:59

Millions of fish along the Texas coast were killed by freezing temperatures. Ranchers on the Texas High Plains should keep an eye out for illness and injury that could be caused by the freezing wea...

Texas Ag Today - March 11, 2021 from 2021-03-11T14:44:08

Spring means longer days and a phenomenon known as Spring Feeding Frenzy. How did the freeze in February affect cattle on the Texas High Plains? Although not many quail were killed by the February ...

Texas Ag Today - March 10, 2021 from 2021-03-10T14:57:54

There are ways to make using a squeeze chute more efficient. Flood planning groups are working to develop a statewide flood plan. The next few weeks are likely to be critical for wheat in the Texas...

Texas Ag Today - March 9, 2021 from 2021-03-09T14:43:30

The Texas freeze in late February killed off some crop pests. U.S. agriculture is doing more with less. Registration is now open for wildlife conservation and leadership camps. Drinking contaminate...

Texas Ag Today - March 8, 2021 from 2021-03-08T14:57:04

A major Panhandle cattle industry event will return in April. Planning is underway for the 2021 State Fair of Texas. The freeze may have killed off some crop pests, but cattle parasites remain. The...

Texas Ag Today - March 5, 2021 from 2021-03-05T15:06:38

Winter storm Uri did $600 million in damages to Texas agriculture, and that number is expected to rise. Cotton prices are way up, but that may not cause an increase in Texas cotton acres. Budget ...

Texas Ag Today - March 4, 2021 from 2021-03-04T15:06:35

We have an early estimate of the agricultural damage caused by winter storm Uri. An important deadline is here for Texas cotton farmers. Spring calves are hitting the ground, so make sure you hav...

Texas Ag Today - March 3, 2021 from 2021-03-03T15:10:10

Early estimates are coming in on the damage caused to Texas agriculture by winter storm Uri. Hemp was a big topic of conversation a year ago in the Texas High Plains, but nowadays, not so much. F...

Texas Ag Today - March 2, 2021 from 2021-03-02T15:05:19

Despite recent precipitation in the form of snow and ice, it’s still dry in the Texas High Plains. What can we expect weather-wise in March? How did the late February freeze affect the Rio Grande V...

Texas Ag Today - March 1, 2021 from 2021-03-01T14:42:41

The deadline for choosing between ARC or PLC is approaching fast. February was a month for the weather record books. Temperatures all across Texas warmed up last week, and that includes the Coast...

Texas Ag Today - February 26, 2021 from 2021-02-26T14:52:48

The Texas wheat crop may have survived the winter storm with minimal damage. Budget hearings are underway at the State Capitol. East Texas is thawing out from the recent winter storm. We'll have...

Texas Ag Today - February 25, 2021 from 2021-02-25T15:27:16

The wild temperature swings we’ve had in Texas lately give ranchers every reason to pay extra attention to the health of their cattle. It's FFA Week in Texas. The majority of cows go into labor a...

Texas Ag Today - February 24, 2021 from 2021-02-24T15:14:46

Texas winter wheat may have gotten through last week’s brutal cold without much damage. Central Texas farmers and ranchers are cleaning up and assessing the damage from last week’s winter cold bla...

Texas Ag Today - February 23, 2021 from 2021-02-23T14:28:18

The Texas Animal Health Commission has a list of resources for Texas livestock and poultry producers affected by last week's storm. It’s almost deadline time for decisions to be made on crop insur...

Texas Ag Today - February 22, 2021 from 2021-02-22T14:59:22

It may be a while before we know how much damage last week's storm caused to Texas agriculture. It's winter meeting season in Texas. How will warm season forages be affected by last week’s artic ...

Texas Ag Today - February 19, 2021 from 2021-02-19T15:44:35

Texas poultry growers are recovering from a record cold snap. Landscape plants were damaged by the cold temperatures, snow and ice. Texas feedlots should see more cattle in the coming months. ...

Texas Ag Today - February 18, 2021 from 2021-02-18T15:04:31

Texas agriculture is disrupted by power outages. The snow and ice is bringing much-needed moisture to dry areas of the state, but not as much as you might think. Spring calves has been hitting t...

Texas Ag Today - February 17, 2021 from 2021-02-17T15:24:19

Texas dairymen are dealing with the frigid weather. What effect is the freeze having on winter wheat in Texas? The freeze has put a damper on any prospect of corn planting in Central Texas for no...

Texas Ag Today - February 16, 2021 from 2021-02-16T14:59:29

Texas ranchers should keep good records of livestock losses. There is one silver lining in all of this snow, sleet and ice. It’s bringing much needed moisture to areas of Texas that have been suf...

Texas Ag Today - February 15, 2021 from 2021-02-15T16:10:59

Keep good records of livestock losses during this cold weather blast. The artic blast has put a damper on planting progress that was underway in South Texas. We produce a lot of beef in Texas, bu...

Texas Ag Today - February 12, 2021 from 2021-02-12T15:12:50

The Ogallala Aquifer is vital to the future of agriculture in the Texas High Plains. The Texas legislature is considering groundwater legislation to protect property owners. The cold weather may ...

Texas Ag Today - February 11, 2021 from 2021-02-11T14:53:36

The Eminent Domain debate continues in the Texas legislature. With calving season about to begin in Texas, more cows may need help this year. The Texas Beef Council met in Waco this week to discu...

Texas Ag Today - February 10, 2021 from 2021-02-10T15:09:01

Cotton could make a run to one dollar a pound. Keeping cattle nourished is a challenge in the Texas High Plains right now thanks to the lingering drought. Planters have been rolling in the Rio Gr...

Texas Ag Today - February 9, 2021 from 2021-02-09T15:21:22

Planters have been rolling in the Texas Coastal Bend. Extreme cold is moving into Texas and it’s hitting the High Plains first. Road maintenance is a big issue in rural Texas. We'll have those s...

Texas Ag Today - February 8, 2021 from 2021-02-08T14:56:49

If you plan to use auxin herbicides in the upcoming season, there are some important training sessions coming up. Texas cotton growers have a new FiberMax variety for 2021. Winter temperatures ar...

Texas Ag Today - February 5, 2021 from 2021-02-05T14:06:55

Texas stock shows and rodeos are once again making big changes to their schedules. We may see a substantial increase in sorghum acres in the Texas High Plains this year. Governor Greg Abbott deli...

Texas Ag Today - February 4, 2021 from 2021-02-04T15:13:20

The sugarcane aphid caused big trouble with Texas sorghum a few years ago, but thankfully, those days are behind us. The Texas Beef Council has a new executive director. Soil moisture conditions ...

Texas Ag Today - February 3, 2021 from 2021-02-03T15:21:39

The Senate Ag Committee approves Tom Vilsack's nomination. The Texas wheat crop is at a critical point in the growing season. South Texas row crop producers are ready to get seed in the ground. ...

Texas Ag Today - February 2, 2021 from 2021-02-02T14:45:01

What can be called meat in Texas? The Texas winter wheat crop is struggling with dry conditions. The 2020 corn crop faced it’s share of challenges here in Texas and around the country. We'll hav...

Texas Ag Today - February 1, 2021 from 2021-02-01T15:11:27

Texas spinach production is down this year. Coastal Bend farmers are busy with final land preparation for the 2021 crop. The LaNina weather pattern is expected to last through March. We'll have ...

Texas Ag Today - January 29, 2021 from 2021-01-29T15:15:15

Texas sorghum farmers have a breakthrough technology available for 2021. Farmers and ranchers hope to get some help from the Texas legislature to control wild hogs. Sand burrs or grass burrs can ...

Texas Ag Today - January 28, 2021 from 2021-01-28T15:22:08

Tom Vilsack is set to become the next U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Raising bison in Texas can be a way to diversify your ranch. Texas farmers are enjoying a nice spike in commodity prices right...

Texas Ag Today - January 27, 2021 from 2021-01-27T15:20:52

Is the cattle herd shrinking or expanding? An AgriLife official from the Texas High Plains will weigh in on agricultural air quality. The Texas sorghum industry is experiencing an upswing right n...

Texas Ag Today - January 26, 2021 from 2021-01-26T15:23:26

Tight wheat supplies are supporting prices. Will we see more soybeans in Texas in 2021? New cotton technology is a step closer to approval. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of T...

Texas Ag Today - January 25, 2021 from 2021-01-25T16:15:37

Texas is getting 1.5 million to fight wild hogs. Cattle numbers in our Texas High Plains feedyards may be down for a while. Texas will be represented on a national task force on agricultural air ...

Texas Ag Today - January 22, 2021 from 2021-01-22T14:50:50

Will the beef industry get back to normal in 2021? It's a good time to sell corn, but not a good time to buy it. Eminent domain reform is big priority for Texas farmers and ranchers. We'll have ...

Texas Ag Today - January 21, 2021 from 2021-01-21T14:53:34

South Texas farmers are making preparations for the 2021 growing season. A major Texas High Plains cattle industry event is scheduled to make a comeback in April. There’s another option for Texas...

Texas Ag Today - January 20, 2021 from 2021-01-20T14:52:47

It has been a great year for U.S. cotton exports. There are several things Texas High Plains farmers can do to improve soil health. Extreme South Texas has come through another cool down. We'll ...

Texas Ag Today - January 19, 2021 from 2021-01-19T15:12:59

Agriculture still has experienced leadership in Washington. Cover crops may help improve soil moisture in the Texas High Plains. There’s new technology available for Texas citrus producers. We'l...

Texas Ag Today - January 18, 2021 from 2021-01-18T14:07:31

The first estimate of the 2021 cotton crop is out. The water challenges of the Texas High Plains are an issue in improving soil health in that part of the state. Texas farmers and ranchers took p...

Texas Ag Today - January 15, 2021 from 2021-01-15T15:04:05

The Texas Farm Bureau is watching out for agriculture in the Texas legislative session. High Plains corn farmers should take advantage of the good times while they last. Texas citrus growers are...

Texas Ag Today - January 14, 2021 from 2021-01-14T15:13:17

Rural Texans need more broadband access. Much of Texas saw a substantial snow fall earlier this week. What could redistricting mean for agriculture in the Texas High Plains? We'll have those sto...

Texas Ag Today - January 13, 2021 from 2021-01-13T15:11:30

USDA shocks the grain markets. The Texas legislative session is now underway in Austin. Livestock shows across Texas will have a different look here in 2021. We'll have those stories and more on...

Texas Ag Today - January 12, 2021 from 2021-01-12T15:07:43

The spring is the best time to price cotton in a La Nina year. Snow over the weekend was a welcome occurrence in the Texas High Plains. Water conservation is a big priority in Texas. We'll have ...

Texas Ag Today - January 11, 2021 from 2021-01-11T15:39:37

Conducting farmer education meetings this winter is no easy task with COVID-19. A virtual American Farm Bureau convention highlights the need for rural broadband. Agricultural water conservation ...

Texas Ag Today - January 8, 2020 from 2021-01-08T15:00:08

The new Coronavirus relief package includes relief for cattle producers. Texas High Plains wheat growers are hoping the crop can rally from a tough start. Farmers in the Coastal Bend of Texas are...

Texas Ag Today - January 7, 2021 from 2021-01-07T15:16:39

Corn futures hit the five dollar mark this week. Texas cattlemen in the High Plains should have a better in year in 2021. Dry weather continues to dominate Central Texas, despite recent rains. W...

Texas Ag Today - January 6, 2020 from 2021-01-06T15:18:02

Will Texas High Plains farmers go bigger for grain production in 2021? Winter wheat in the Rolling Plains of Texas is doing well so far this growing season. South Texas farmers and ranchers have ...

Texas Ag Today - January 5, 2021 from 2021-01-05T14:54:20

More than 80 percent of Texas is suffering from drought. There's a lot going on with government programs right now. Corn rootworms can cause problems for Texas corn farmers. We'll have those sto...

Texas Ag Today - January 4, 2020 from 2021-01-04T14:25:54

It’s a new year, with a new weather forecast. Farmers and livestock producers in the Texas High Plains are hearing some optimism on the economics of commodities produced there. 2020 was a tough y...

Texas Ag Today - January 1, 2021 from 2021-01-01T14:00:05

2020 was not a particularly good year for peanuts in Texas, but a bright spot could be found in the High Plains. The Texas Tech School of veterinary medicine will soon interview applicants for its...

Texas Ag Today - December 31, 2020 from 2020-12-31T15:03:14

The San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo will be smaller in 2021. A Texas working dog is a finalist for the farm dog of the year contest. Hay feeding season is underway, and its important to know wha...

Texas Ag Today - December 30, 2020 from 2020-12-30T15:07:02

We may see more sorghum acres in the Texas Panhandle next year. The Texas rice industry donated over 100,000 servings of rice to feed hungry Texans. Cotton farmers are finding a stronger market a...

Texas Ag Today - December 29, 2020 from 2020-12-29T14:35:30

Texas red meat production is down. Texas rice farmers donated thousands of pounds of rice to a Central Texas food bank. Now is the time to start making selections for your 2021 garden and landsca...

Texas Ag Today - December 28, 2020 from 2020-12-28T15:08:10

President Trump has signed the latest coronavirus relief bill. When it comes to water, Texas panhandle farmers are having to think outside the box. A Texas company is a semifinalist in a national...

Texas Ag Today - December 25, 2020 from 2020-12-25T15:00

Texas cattle producers have a new way to market their beef. The US Fish and Wildlife service announced it will leave the monarch butterfly off of the endangered species list. The US Department of...

Texas Ag Today - December 24, 2020 from 2020-12-24T15:26:12

Growing corn on the Texas High Plains is getting harder. Four Texans were appointed to the Cattlemen's Beef Board. 2020 has been a interesting year for the gardening and horticulture industry in ...

Texas Ag Today - December 23, 2020 from 2020-12-23T16:11:03

Insight on planning for the 2021 crop season is available. Texas cotton farmers have some new varieties to choose from. Central Texas is finally getting some typical winter weather. We'll have t...

Texas Ag Today - December 22, 2020 from 2020-12-22T15:20:05

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has been pushed back to May. Preparations are underway for the 2021 crop year in West Texas. Texas cotton farmers will have access to some new varieties for 2...

Texas Ag Today - December 21, 2020 from 2020-12-21T15:25:29

A Texan is reappointed to the National Sorghum Checkoff Board. 2020 will go down as a very dry year for most of Texas, including the Coastal Bend. Staying safe during the remaining holiday season...

Texas Ag Today - December 18, 2020 from 2020-12-18T15:14:48

The Texas wheat crop is looking better than expected, considering the drought conditions across the state. The coronavirus pandemic changed how beef checkoff programs were implemented in 2020. So...

Texas Ag Today - December 17, 2020 from 2020-12-17T14:57:05

The disastrous year for Texas cotton is one reason cotton prices are rising. Winter officially gets underway next week. So what kind of winter can Texas cattlemen expect? The Texas sheep market ...

Texas Ag Today - December 16, 2020 from 2020-12-16T14:48:41

Texas feedlots are still operating in the red. The Supreme Court weighs in on a Texas water dispute. The only thing that stays the same is that things change, and that’s definitely true in agricu...

Texas Ag Today - December 15, 2020 from 2020-12-15T14:55:09

The wheat industry ends 2020 on a positive note. Keeping kids safe on the farm is a year round priority. It’s the time of year for gift giving. So what can you get your favorite gardner? We'll ...

Texas Ag Today - December 14, 2020 from 2020-12-14T15:07:11

Texas cotton production is down sharply this year. Irrigation water is getting harder to come by on the Texas High Plains. Keeping kids safe on the farm is a year-round priority. We'll have those...

Texas Ag Today - December 11, 2020 from 2020-12-11T14:26:48

Cotton harvest is wrapping up, and the Texas High Plains cotton crop was as disappointing as we expected it to be. There’s a new intranasal vaccine to protect beef and dairy cattle from pneumonia....

Texas Ag Today - December 10, 2020 from 2020-12-10T15:21:52

Tom Vilsack may be the next U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Cold, wet weather has returned to Central Texas. Soil health is an increasingly important topic for Texas farmers and ranchers. We'll h...

Texas Ag Today - December 9, 2020 from 2020-12-09T14:41:59

Texas farmers are facing irrigation challenges. Low interest rates are boosting sales of rural Texas land. Hemp farmers in several Texas counties will have access to crop insurance next year. We...

Texas Ag Today - December 8, 2020 from 2020-12-08T14:48:15

Drought conditions are improving in Texas. Covid-19 has impacted the Texas real estate market, including rural land sales. Extreme south Texas has remained warm, windy and dry. We'll have those ...

Texas Ag Today - December 7, 2020 from 2020-12-07T15:12:58

Texas sheep prices are the best in 50 years. The Texas coastal bend area received some much needed rainfall as November came to a close. Texas corn farmers depend on export markets, and work is b...

Texas Ag Today - December 4, 2020 from 2020-12-04T14:57:03

Texas High Plains corn farmers are wrapping up 2020 in better shape than they might have expected. Young agricultural leaders across Texas were recognized this week by the state’s largest farm org...

Texas Ag Today - December 3, 2020 from 2020-12-03T14:31:44

Governor Abbott pushes for rural broadband expansion. USDA released its weekly Texas Crop Progress and Condition report Monday afternoon. Dry weather in Texas has affected the movement of livesto...

Texas Ag Today - December 2, 2020 from 2020-12-02T14:45:49

Texas pork producers faced many challenges in 2020. Texas Governor Greg Abbott addressed the state’s largest farm organization this week. Cold weather has arrived in much of Texas, and there’s a ...

Texas Ag Today - December 1, 2020 from 2020-12-01T16:12:22

Governor Greg Abbott addressed the Texas Farm Bureau's virtual annual convention Monday. La Nina continues to affect Texas weather, extending the drought into the fall months. There's some positi...

Texas Ag Today - November 30, 2020 from 2020-11-30T15:06:26

The nation's first bale of cotton is auctioned for Rio Grande Valley scholarships. If you like variety in your weather, the 2020 crop season in the Texas Panhandle had a lot to offer. Sustainabil...

Texas Ag Today - November 27, 2020 from 2020-11-27T14:43:50

What will the Texas High Plains crop mix look like in 2021? The Livestock Risk Protection Program can help Texas cattle producers manage their risk. Central Texas has seen its first frost of the ...

Texas Ag Today - November 26, 2020 from 2020-11-26T14:41:02

The farmer's share of the Thanksgiving food dollar has declined. Texas is the new home to a nationwide wool testing lab. Extreme south Texas remains warm and dry and that’s concerning to farmers ...

Texas Ag Today - November 25, 2020 from 2020-11-25T15:10:06

The 2020 crop season is winding down on the Texas High Plains. Drought conditions continue to expand in the Texas Coastal Bend. Signup for the second round of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Prog...

Texas Ag Today - November 24, 2020 from 2020-11-24T15:04:40

USDA's Cattle on Feed report sends the cattle market higher. A special Grow Texas FFA initiative was launched this week. It’s the time of year when East Texas pastures are in transition. We'll h...

Texas Ag Today - November 23, 2020 from 2020-11-23T14:54:11

Farm income continues to increase. The south Texas cotton crop ended up great for some growers, while it was a disaster for others. Harvest is getting closer to the finish line in West Texas. W...

Texas Ag Today - November 20, 2020 from 2020-11-20T15:28:53

The Texas wheat crop is facing a difficult year. Soil testing can make sure your pastures are getting the nutrients they need, and it can save you money. Texas ranchers who have suffered diminishe...

Texas Ag Today - November 19, 2020 from 2020-11-19T14:26:37

Texas farmers are feeding the hungry. We usually see a 50/50 split of sheep and goats selling in Texas, but the mix has now shifted to more sheep. The Coronavirus is spreading across rural Texas,...

Texas Ag Today - November 18, 2020 from 2020-11-18T15:01:39

Texas High Plains feedlots are still losing money, but not as much as they were earlier this year. It’s been a roller coaster type of year for Texas peanut farmers. Cotton harvest is underway in ...

Texas Ag Today - November 17, 2020 from 2020-11-17T15:13:36

Three young couples top the list of the best young farmers in Texas. Peanut yields in Texas have been down this year due to drought, but along the Red River, they’re looking good. We'll have thos...

Texas Ag Today - November 16, 2020 from 2020-11-16T15:07:10

The reopening of a lamb processing plant in San Angelo is progressing. The 2020 sorghum crop in south Texas saw record yields in some areas. There are some beautiful colors in Texas at this time ...

Texas Ag Today - November 13, 2020 from 2020-11-13T14:18:12

Texas A&M is helping farmers keep better records. There are several tools Texas ranchers can use to reduce their risk in the face of drought, high winds and other factors. The Texas dairy industr...

Texas Ag Today - November 12, 2020 from 2020-11-12T14:58:30

Agricultural education and the FFA are great sources for STEM learning in Texas. Nearly 70 percent of Texas is experiencing abnormally dry to exceptional drought conditions. There will be some ma...

Texas Ag Today - November 11, 2020 from 2020-11-11T15:03:41

Plains Cotton Growers is suing the Environmental Protection Agency. USDA released new crop estimates. Wheat planting continues in the Central Texas Blacklands. We'll have those stories, Texas wil...

Texas Ag Today - November 10, 2020 from 2020-11-10T15:02:58

Drought expands in Texas. The 2020 Texas rice crop produced exceptional yields. The water dispute between the US and Mexico has been settled, while south Texas fruit harvest gets underway. We'll...

Texas Ag Today - November 9, 2020 from 2020-11-09T15:19:28

How will the election affect the commodity markets? Coastal bend farmers and ranchers are facing intensifying drought conditions in that part of Texas. Texas cotton growers are still getting the ...

Texas Ag Today - November 6, 2020 from 2020-11-06T14:14:45

We may see more sorghum planted in the Texas High Plains next year. What can livestock producers do to minimize drought risk? Annual ryegrass is a commonly used winter forage in east Texas, but i...

Texas Ag Today - November 5, 2020 from 2020-11-05T14:38:18

Thanksgiving turkeys will cost more this year. Farmers are getting an idea of the damage caused to crops by the recent ice and snow storm in the panhandle and southern plains. The price for Texas...

Texas Ag Today - November 4, 2020 from 2020-11-04T15:16:24

Texas High Plains cotton appears to have made it through last week's cold front in relatively decent shape. Fruit and sugarcane harvest is underway in deep south Texas. How is the coronavirus af...

Texas Ag Today - November 3, 2020 from 2020-11-03T14:56:41

Drought continues to spread in Texas. The 2020 census is wrapped up and Texas stands to gain from the growth in our state’s population. The end of October marks a transition in gardening here in ...

Texas Ag Today - November 2, 2020 from 2020-11-02T14:35:30

The Commodity Classic will not be held in San Antonio. The impacts of La Nina are being felt across the entire state of Texas. West Texas A&M University is home to a new research project that has...

Texas Ag Today - October 30, 2020 from 2020-10-30T14:23:06

A record freeze in the Panhandle brings much-needed moisture. Advances in technology could help farmers find lost livestock. China has made big progress in meeting their obligations to purchase US...

Texas Ag Today - October 29, 2020 from 2020-10-29T15:17:59

Texas has a new NRCS State Conservationist. Corn diseases on the Texas upper Gulf coast were very bad this year. The seasons are definitely changing, and that is very apparent in the central Texa...

Texas Ag Today - October 28, 2020 from 2020-10-28T15:04:08

Texas farmers can use dicamba next year. There may be ice in the panhandle, but the Rio Grande Valley has been dealing with 90 degree days. Texas farmers can now sign up to participate in the US C...

Texas Ag Today - October 27, 2020 from 2020-10-27T15:47:06

Another record Cattle on Feed report. Harvest is moving forward on the Southern plains of Texas, while cold temperatures have moved in. There are several things to be aware of when improving for...

Texas Ag Today - October 26, 2020 from 2020-10-26T14:45:56

Texas farmers get help through CFAP 2. Dry weather trends continue to be a concern for coastal bend farmers and ranchers. New plantings on rural property can be an opportunity to enhance the prop...

Texas Ag Today - October 23, 2020 from 2020-10-23T15:13:47

Mexico lives up to its water commitment. There are more wild hogs in Texas than in any other state, and the population is growing. Texas Tech University is now accepting applications for the inau...

Texas Ag Today - October 22, 2020 from 2020-10-22T15:16:53

Deadlines are set for Texas farmers and ranchers to apply for the EQIP program. Texas farmers are using cover crops successfully. Cold weather is moving into Texas, so it’s time to start winteriz...

Texas Ag Today - October 21, 2020 from 2020-10-21T15:10:05

The Texas Cattle Feeders Association has a new chairman. It’s wheat planting time in Texas, but the weather is not exactly cooperating. When is comes to growing corn, Texas farmers have a lot of ...

Texas Ag Today - October 20, 2020 from 2020-10-20T15:29:17

Texas drought continues to expand. This was the first year farmers could grow hemp legally in Texas. And it turns out that not many farmers wanted to try it. Texas schools benefit from USDA grant...

Texas Ag Today - October 19, 2020 from 2020-10-19T15:04:26

A retiring Texas congressman has a special request. A Texas port is getting an upgrade, and that's good news for Texas farmers. Fall is here and it's time to prepare plants for the Texas winter. ...

Texas Ag Today - October 16, 2020 from 2020-10-16T14:14:50

Wheat prices continue to climb higher. The new Texas Tech University Vet School is on track and on schedule. Cotton ginning is finished in the Rio Grande Valley, while citrus harvest is about to b...

Texas Ag Today - October 15, 2020 from 2020-10-15T15:17:52

Lamb prices are looking good for Texas sheep producers. The Ft. Worth Stock Show and Rodeo has been cancelled for 2021 but the San Antonio Stock show and Rodeo will be held. Coastal bend farmers ...

Texas Ag Today - October 14, 2020 from 2020-10-14T15:11:34

The Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show is cancelled, but educational events will continue. A Texas congressman is asking USDA to open more Farm Service Agency offices. Harvest is well underway in west ...

Texas Ag Today - October 13, 2020 from 2020-10-13T15:06:42

Cotton production takes a sharp drop in Texas this year. Fall armyworms can take out entire fields of Bermuda grass and many other crops. The world record longhorn bull is found right here in Tex...

Texas Ag Today - October 12, 2020 from 2020-10-12T15:27:33

The Texas Beef Council has a new Executive Vice President. Mexico isn’t living up to its end of a water treaty, and it’s costing Rio Grande Valley Farmers. Sorghum is becoming a more versatile cr...

Texas Ag Today - October 9, 2020 from 2020-10-09T15:24:47

The 2021 Ft. Worth Stock Show and Rodeo is cancelled. Texas Beef Council Executive Vice President Richard Wortham is retiring after a long career of promoting Texas Beef. Corn prices are rallying ...

Texas Ag Today - October 8, 2020 from 2020-10-08T14:29:10

This is National 4-H week in Texas. A team of Texas veterinarians is helping California recover from massive wildfires. The learning curve for producing and processing industrial hemp is steep. ...

Texas Ag Today - October 7, 2020 from 2020-10-07T14:46:17

The excitement over growing hemp in Texas is gone as prices tumble. USDA is working on challenges facing rural and underserved Texas communities. Lightweight cows are getting hit with big discoun...

Texas Ag Today - October 6, 2020 from 2020-10-06T14:44:22

Could smoke from the California wildfires affect cotton production here in Texas? The Texas panhandle has endured a brutal summer, and cattlemen there are now finding out how much those hot, dry ...

Texas Ag Today - October 5, 2020 from 2020-10-05T15:08:35

Harvest is getting underway in the Texas high plains after a very tough growing season. Texas peanut farmers planted more acreage this year, but production is expected to go down. Fall is finally...

Texas Ag Today - October 2, 2020 from 2020-10-02T14:25:13

The corn market is offering a great opportunity to price both the 2020 and 2021 crop. It's the end of an era at the Texas Beef Council. Harvest is picking up steam in the Texas southern plains. ...

Texas Ag Today - October 1, 2020 from 2020-10-01T14:51:17

Cotton harvest is finally getting underway in the Texas panhandle. Texas wheat yields and production were both down this year. An autumn La Nina is forecast for Texas. We'll have those stories, t...

Texas Ag Today - September 30, 2020 from 2020-09-30T14:49

With dry conditions persisting in the panhandle, area ranchers are advised to stay extra-focused on herd management. The cotton harvest is on and off again in Central Texas, thanks to mother natur...

Texas Ag Today - September 29, 2020 from 2020-09-29T15:05

There is a record number of cattle in feedlots. Texas crop harvest is moving rapidly. Extreme south Texas dodged tropical storm Beta, but water issues with Mexico are becoming a big problem. We'...

Texas Ag Today - September 28, 2020 from 2020-09-28T15:20:40

Texas wheat growers are happy to be included in the second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program payments. A Texas farmer has been reappointed to the United Sorghum Checkoff board. Septemb...

Texas Ag Today - September 25, 2020 from 2020-09-25T14:30:57

A major hurdle has been cleared by Texas Tech University as it moves toward opening a new veterinary medicine school in Amarillo. What features should ranchers look for in a drone? Fall calving s...

Texas Ag Today - September 24, 2020 from 2020-09-24T15:08:19

The sugarcane aphid is still hassling Texas panhandle sorghum farmers. More money is available to help farmers and ranchers fight feral hogs. Central Texas cotton is in better shape than expected,...

Texas Ag Today - September 23, 2020 from 2020-09-23T15:08:44

The Commodity Credit Corporation is caught in the political crossfire in Washington, according to Texas Congressman Mike Conaway. A second veterinary school for Texas will become a reality soon. ...

Texas Ag Today - September 22, 2020 from 2020-09-22T14:44:45

Wild hogs continue to be a huge problem for Texas Farmers and ranchers. Texas cotton and corn production is expected to be lower this year, while sorghum and soybean production should be higher. ...

Texas Ag Today - September 21, 2020 from 2020-09-21T14:34:53

CFAP 2 rolls out this week. The beef industry needs more processing capacity. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is planning a comeback for 2021, and pasture conditions vary across Texas as we ...

Texas Ag Today - September 18, 2020 from 2020-09-18T15:11:54

Drought in the panhandle hasn't just hurt row crops there. It has also hurt pastures and cattle. Cattle feeding has not been profitable for most of this year, but we should return to profitabil...

Texas Ag Today - September 17, 2020 from 2020-09-17T14:57:27

The nation's cow herd is shrinking, and drought is declining here in Texas. Rainfall is welcome for some farmers and not welcome for others, depending on who you ask. Plus, we will take a look at...

Texas Ag Today - September 16, 2020 from 2020-09-16T14:50:34

It's the time of year that army worms march across Texas. The dog days of summer are barking loudly in south Texas. And farmers have a chance to update their yields for the Price Loss Coverage pr...

Texas Ag Today - September 15, 2020 from 2020-09-15T14:51:02

The cotton market has made a run back above 65 cents. Feral Hogs are forcing south Texas farmers to change their farming practices. Lower coastal bend cotton farmers are wrapping up the 2020 grow...

Texas Ag Today - September 14, 2020 from 2020-09-14T15:21:59

The National Cotton Council is seeking a legislative response to damages cotton growers experienced from Hurricane Hanna. Cooler temperatures and rain have made for a big change in weather pattern...

Texas Ag Today - September 11, 2020 from 2020-09-11T14:51:52

We may have to wait to find out how crops in the Texas panhandle were affected by this week's cold spell. Demand for beef has dramatically improved in the last two decades. Plus, a look back at t...

Texas Ag Today - September 10, 2020 from 2020-09-10T15:33:39

Cold weather has moved into Texas and is affecting late-season crop development. But the cold front has also brought rain, and that is a welcome development for many drought stressed areas. Plus,...

Texas Ag Today - September 9, 2020 from 2020-09-09T15:01:43

Mexico owes the US a huge water debt, but they’re asking for more time to pay it. Gated entrances to property are a big deal here in Texas and can really enhance the value of a rural property. Pl...

Texas Ag Today - September 8, 2020 from 2020-09-08T14:46:36

Texas feedlots are still working through backed up cattle caused by COVID-19 related shutdowns of processing plants earlier this year. Plus, Texas agricultural land values are rising. We'll look ...

Texas Ag Today - September 4, 2020 from 2020-09-04T15:09:20

August was hot and dry for west Texas cotton producers. We'll visit with one southern plains cotton grower about conditions on his farm. Plus, the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Associatio...

Texas Ag Today - September 3, 2020 from 2020-09-03T15:03:34

There’s an old saying that farmers and ranchers are the original environmentalists. One Texan believes that is still true, and he’s taking action to prove it. Plus, farmers are defoliating cotton...

Texas Ag Today - September 2, 2020 from 2020-09-02T14:51:44

The Texas sheep industry is getting a much needed shot in the arm with the reopening of the old Rancher's Lamb processing plant in San Angelo. Plus, a Texas panhandle cattle feeding representative...

Texas Ag Today - September 1, 2020 from 2020-09-01T15:13:04

Drought is creeping back into much of Texas, and that creates concern for wildfires. Plus, we're now making the transition from tropical August into transitional September weather. We'll visit wi...

Texas Ag Today - August 31, 2020 from 2020-08-31T14:48:06

East Texas farmers and ranchers are cleaning up the damage caused by Hurricane Laura, while coastal bend cotton farmers are wrapping up a successful growing season. We’ll look at those stories and...

The Texas Ag Today Podcast from 2020-08-18T22:26:52

Looking for the latest news in Texas agriculture? You can find it here each weekday on the Texas Ag Today podcast.