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Texas Ag Today is a daily look at the latest news in Texas agriculture, hosted by veteran farm broadcaster Carey Martin along with the largest and most experienced farm news team in the Lone Star State. We cover agriculture in every corner of Texas, from the piney woods of East Texas to the rocky ranges of the Trans-Pecos and from the Panhandle to the Rio Grande Valley.
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23 hours ago
Texas Ag Today - July 1, 2022
The U.S. Department of Agriculture released the much-anticipated planted acreage report this week, and the numbers show we’ve got a bit more corn than we were expecting. More dairy-cross calves are making their way to panhandle feed yards. The National Weather Service is calling for more hot and dry weather in July. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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1 day ago
Texas Ag Today - June 30, 2020
The 2022 Texas sorghum harvest is underway. What opportunities will farmers receive from the new hemp processing plant coming to Dumas? Cars traveling Texas highways have the potential to start a wildfire that could burn more Texas farm and ranchland. The hot dry conditions across Texas increase problems with grasshoppers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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2 days ago
Texas Ag Today - June 29, 2022
The nation's first bale of cotton is harvested and ginned in the Rio Grande Valley. Plans are still moving forward for a Hemp processing plant in Dumas. Wildfires have burned hundreds of thousands of acres of Texas farm and ranchland this year. Vegetable gardening in Texas is a real challenge this year. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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3 days ago
Texas Ag Today - June 28, 2022
There is a record number of cattle in feedlots right now. A lot of recovery work is still ahead for the tornado damaged AgriLife facility in Vernon. Urban food bloggers are learning more about the food and fiber production system in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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4 days ago
Texas Ag Today - June 27, 2022
The Drought Monitor looks ugly for Texas. The recovery effort continues at the Texas A&M AgriLife facilities near Vernon, following the recent devastating tornado. Cotton conditions vary across the state depending on where you’re at. Texas farmers and ranchers will be watching the US Supreme Court closely this fall. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 24, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 24, 2022
The Senate Ag Committee passed two bills addressing packer concentration. Texas cotton, corn and sorghum conditions are suffering. Giving customers something special is a good way to succeed in the direct beef sales business. Texas A&M has a new Vice Chancellor and Dean of Agriculture and Life Sciences. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 23, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 23, 2022
Planting is winding down across Texas. A jump in temperature and humidity led to Kansas cattle deaths. There’s growing interest in selling beef directly to consumers. Drought is impacting pasture and crop conditions across the state. We’ll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 22, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 22, 2022
TSCRA has formed a border security task force. The occupancy rate remains high in Texas feed yards. The importance of the four pillars of grain sorghum in trials of the crop. Sorghum is near harvest in the valley. We’ll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 21, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 21, 2022
Livestock producers are culling herds due to the drought. It’s still not easy for cattle feeders to make a profit on cash sales. Coastal Bend farmers are gearing up for grain sorghum harvest. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 20, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 20, 2022
Cash fed cattle hit a new high for the year last week. What does the new long range outlook from the National Weather Service tell us about the Texas High Plains drought? The valuation of minerals and tax planning are two key things to be aware of when preparing to sell farm or ranch property. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 17, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 17, 2022
The condition of the Texas corn crop can best be described as middle-of-the-road. The weather is making it rough for Texas High Plains cotton. Triple digit temperatures and drought are combining to challenge Central Texas farmers and ranchers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 16, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 16, 2022
Cotton planting is wrapping up in Texas, and the condition of the crop depends on where you look. Dry soil conditions remain an issue for Texas High Plains farmers. US beef exports have been on fire recently. Producing high quality hay is now more expensive than ever. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 15, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 15, 2022
Texas wheat harvest is now half done, with some good harvest results coming out of Northeast Texas. If you want good outcomes during calving season, nutrition for cows during gestation is vital. Educating legislators and their staff was the goal of a recent Legislative Ag Day held in Luling. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 14, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 14, 2022
Dryland cotton in the Texas Panhandle may have a chance now, but recent storms brought more than rain. Choosing the right heifers for your herd can pay off during calving season. Avoid heat stress this summer. Cotton planters are running across the Rolling Plains. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 13, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 13, 2022
Texas A&M's Dr. Joe Outlaw testified before the House Agriculture Committee last week to give suggestions on improving the Farm Bill. The new Texas Tech Vet School is holding an educational event to help teach ranchers how to deal with dystocia. Staff members of state representatives and senators got some hands on agriculture education last week at a legislative ag day. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 10, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 10, 2022
Texas sorghum condition ratings aren't all that good, but in Central Texas the milo crop is looking great. More consumers are buying beef direct from Texas ranchers. Texas corn producers held a Field-to-Fork event near Houston to help educate consumers about the corn industry. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 9, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 9, 2022
A Texas sheep grower is sharing the health benefits of lamb. A growing number of Texas High Plains ranchers are getting into the business of selling their own beef. West Texas cotton farmers are planting their crop. Studies at top universities report federal mandates hurt the cattle industry. We’ll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 8, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 8, 2022
The Texas wheat harvest has passed the one-third mark. A crop insurance agent gives her perspective on a dismal wheat harvest. Extreme South Texas finally receives rain, but it comes at a cost. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 7, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 7, 2022
Rain doesn’t always make grain. In fact, it’s destroyed grain in a few spots in Texas. More rain is needed on the Texas High Plains. A field-to-fork event reaches out to urban food bloggers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 6, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 6, 2022
Another farm bill field hearing is coming up. Recent rains in the High Plains have been beneficial, but they also put pressure on farmers. Texas Hill Country peaches will be smaller and sweeter. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 3, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 3, 2022
Texas sorghum farmers should scout their fields for sugarcane aphids. Recent rains have been very welcome on the Texas High Plains, but grazing lands have a long road to recovery following several months of drought. The Phase One trade deal with China was a success for U.S. meat exports. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 2, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 2, 2022
Texas cotton farmers are planting at a quick pace. The Central Texas corn crop is maturing ahead of schedule. Recent storms have brought much needed rainfall to the Texas High Plains. U.S. red meat exports set a record last year, and we’re off to a good start in 2022. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 1, 2022
Texas Ag Today - June 1, 2022
Much of Texas has received rain, but more is needed for the Texas cotton crop. Feed costs are high, and pasture conditions are poor. The U.S. Meat Export Federation recently met in Texas to discuss exports from across the globe. A grim forecast for the Texas and global wheat crops. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 31, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 31, 2022
Efforts to expand packing capacity continue. There is a lot for grain producers to pay attention to right now. Hurricanes aren’t usually something we wish for, but with the ongoing drought, some Texas farmers and ranchers may actually be welcoming hurricane season. Wheat harvest is underway in north central Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 30, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 30, 2022
The recent rainfall has been a welcome relief for many Texas farmers and ranchers. There’s money to be made for Texas High Plains farmers this year, even with the challenges ahead. May was a hot month for Texas with record temperatures, and the outlook for June is the same. The hot weather we’ve been experiencing is taking a toll on Central Texas crops and pastures. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 27, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 27, 2022
Cattle producers are slowing regaining leverage in the cattle market. Welcome rains have come to Texas. West Texas A&M in Canyon is growing its agriculture program. The US cotton trust protocol has doubled farmer participation. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 26, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 26, 2022
Crop insurance prices provide extra incentive to get a crop in the ground. Texas sheep and goat producers are culling herds because of the drought. AgriLife Research and Extension Center moving to Canyon. More rainfall is needed as West Texas cotton goes into the ground. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 25, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 25, 2022
Corn planting is wrapping up in Texas. New crop condition ratings are out. Silage production is growing on the Texas High Plains with the growing dairy industry and feedlots keeping silage demand high. It’s peach harvest time in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 24, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 24, 2022
The latest Cattle on Feed report shows record numbers of cattle in feedlots for May. Many Texas High Plains cotton farmers are feeling deadline pressure right now. Fire safety should be top-of-mind this Memorial Day weekend. The heat has come early this year all across Texas, and East Texas is no exception. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 23, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 23, 2022
The House Agriculture Committee passed the Butcher Block Act to increase packing capacity. Recent rains on the Texas High Plains haven’t put much of a dent in the ongoing drought. This is National Agronomy Week. Coastal Bend cotton crop prospects continue to decline. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 20, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 20, 2022
The mid term elections are just six months away, and they could have a big effect on the 2023 Farm Bill. When our drought finally ends, agriculture on the Texas High Plains will remain challenged by water supply issues. Coastal Bend cotton prospects continue to decline. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 19, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 19, 2022
Sorghum provides a lot of benefits in drought years like this one. A million acres are coming out of CRP. It may become more difficult for cattle feeders to make a profit. The war in Ukraine continues to impact agriculture. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 18, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 18, 2022
Cotton planting is moving forward in Texas. Recent severe storms in the Texas High Plains caused some issues for Texas feedlots. Farmers and ranchers continue to pay escalating prices to raise crops and livestock. A proposed rule by the Securities and Exchange commission hurts farmers and ranchers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 17, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 17, 2022
The grain and cotton markets continue to climb. At least one Texas Panhandle county has received good rains in the middle of this awful drought. Texas turfgrass is a big business. Hot temperatures will affect pasture herbicides. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 16, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 16, 2022
The outlook is bright for the Texas dairy industry. The Texas A&M AgriLife facility near Vernon was damaged by recent tornado. One agricultural enterprise you may not think of here in Texas is turfgrass production. A dry spring continues on the Texas Rolling Plains. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 13, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 13, 2022
Cotton traders are closely watching the Texas weather. One of the most prized assets at the Texas A&M AgriLife facility near Vernon is the peanut sheller. Getting your paperwork in order should be a priority before putting rural Texas land on the market. It’s time to think about pinkeye in cattle. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 12, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 12, 2022
The summer heat has hit Texas early this year. Winter wheat in the Texas High Plains has been hit hard by drought, high winds, hail, record heat and now disease. Recent rains in Central Texas has helped the corn crop to take off, while wheat puts on some new growth right before harvest. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 11, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 11, 2022
Texas farmers are making good progress getting spring crops in the ground, although the Panhandle is a bit behind schedule due to the drought. Planting late could have some advantages this year. The DeltaPine new product evaluator program is kicking off its 15th season. The US food supply is as safe as it’s ever been. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 10, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 10, 2022
The Texas wind is relentless this year. Spring planting is getting a slow start on the Texas High Plains. The latest Texas crop progress and condition report shows the impact drought is having statewide. Extreme South Texas is windy, warm and dry. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 9, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 9, 2022
Texas Senator Ted Cruz knows the effect inflation is having on Texas farms and ranches. The grain and feed industry is a large part of Texas High Plains agriculture. The nation’s largest farm and ranch organization honors a South Texas congressman. Some Coastal Bend cotton farmers are losing their crop due to drought. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 6, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 6, 2022
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack wants to strengthen federal disaster programs. EPA Administrator Michael Regan defends the Biden Administration's rewrite of Waters of the U.S. rules. It may be time to give your bull a check up. May is National Beef Month. Hay season is getting underway in East Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 5, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 5, 2022
NCBA weighs in on last week's Senate Ag Committee hearing on the cattle markets. Texas Congressman Pete Sessions addresses Texas farmers and ranchers. There's renewed interest in retaining ownership of cattle. The drought is causing Coastal Bend cotton farmers to lose their first planting. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 4, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 4, 2022
Drought lingers in the panhandle and that has some farmers wondering what to do this year. Russian aggression in Ukraine is significantly impacting world wheat. Storms bring hail to Texas High Plains. Trade topics are getting some attention in Washington. D.C. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 3, 2022
Texas Ag Today - May 3, 2022
A group of 200 Texas farmers and ranchers visited Washington, D.C. recently to visit with the Texas Congressional delegation. Are beef prices getting too high? A new ag literacy venue is headed to Lubbock. We’ll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 2, 2022
Texas Ag Today for May 2, 2022
Texas is now the number three dairy state in the nation. Good marketing opportunities for High Plains ranchers, but they must make it through the drought first. Not much promise for rainfall in drought-stricken regions. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 29, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 29, 2022
The big jump in the cotton market is easily explained. Drought continues to make life hard for ranchers on the Texas High Plains. A large group of Texas farmers and ranchers spent the past week in Washington D.C. Less supply and increased cost of fertilizer is affecting all of agriculture, including landscape and gardening. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 28, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 28, 2022
The livestock industry hearings have wrapped up in Washington D.C. Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo visited cattlemen in the Texas panhandle. Texas farmers and ranchers were in Washington D.C. this week to visit with the Texas congressional delegation. Extreme South Texas is hot and windy. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 27, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 27, 2022
This is a big week of hearings for the beef industry in Washington D.C. A former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee weighs in on the writing of the next farm bill. Inflation and the war in Ukraine are affecting all aspects of agriculture. Spring crops are in the ground and growing in East Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 26, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 26, 2022
Last week's Cattle on Feed report showed large numbers of cattle placed into feedlots because of the drought. There was a special celebration held in Amarillo to mark the grand opening of the Texas Tech School of Veterinary Medicine. Texas sugarcane farmers are preparing for another farm bill debate. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 25, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 25, 2022
Texas cotton acreage is increasing this year and may be even larger if the drought continues. Charlie Rush is a name familiar to many in Texas High Plains agriculture. Plains Cotton Growers is under new leadership after the retirement of long time CEO Steve Verrett. Rain is slowly creeping into Central Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 22, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 22, 2022
Texas cow-calf producers should see more profitability in the next two years. There are a lot of questions about the future of hemp on the Texas High Plains. Weed management will be a challenge this year with short supplies of herbicides and rising costs. Hay season is just around the corner. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 21, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 21, 2022
Texas farmers are getting the 2022 crop in the ground quickly. Despite all the hype, hemp has not become a major crop in Texas. The goals of Earth Day are being accomplished by Texas farmer and ranchers with every meal. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 20, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 20, 2022
The Texas wheat crop still looks awful. Texas livestock producers can get a permit to eliminate black vultures. Drought conditions throughout cattle country are filling up Texas feedlots. No one likes to deal with drought, but it can be a good time to make some improvements to your property. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 19, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 19, 2022
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 AgriLife Extension Service has a new director. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 18, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 18, 2022
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 plant more cotton this year, both nationwide and here in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 15, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 15, 2022
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 influenza is a big concern for both domestic and wild birds in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 14, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 14, 2022
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 supply chain. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 13, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 13, 2022
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 some advice to stay safe during spring storms. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 12, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 12, 2022
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 on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 11, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 11, 2022
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 for the Family Land Heritage program. The annual Hemphill County Beef Conference is coming up in Canadian. Consumers shouldn’t ruffle their feathers over a case of avian influenza in Texas.
We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 8, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 8, 2022
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 especially sensitive to eye problems. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 7, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 7, 2022
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 Texas, you probably don’t think of strawberry production. Texas farmers are very concerned about input costs this year, but there’s also concern about next year and beyond. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 6, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 6, 2022
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 Southern Plains are ready to plant the 2022 crop. There are lots of things going on in the world that are making for some tough farm management decisions this spring. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 5, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 5, 2022
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 of those can have its benefits. Texas cotton ginners gathered in Lubbock over the weekend for their annual meeting. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 4, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 4, 2022
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 chain issues continue for Texas farmers, ranchers and consumers. The Texas food and agriculture sectors are huge economic drivers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 1, 2022
Texas Ag Today - April 1, 2022
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 for April? Drought continues to plague Central Texas, but recent rains may help. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 31, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 31, 2022
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. Donkeys and mules have quite a few differences from horses. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 30, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 30, 2022
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 at last weekend’s TSCRA convention in Ft. Worth. Extreme south Texas is wrapping up spring planting, while the risk of wildfires continues. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 29, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 29, 2022
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 high school student who is doing her part to help wildfire victims. Preparations are underway for spring planting on the Texas Southern Plains. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 28, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 28, 2021
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 you tell when a drought is over? Coastal Bend farmers have made good progress in planting spring crops. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 25, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 25, 2022
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 wildfires. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 24, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 24, 2022
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. Wildfires receive national attention. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 23, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 23, 2022
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 corn trait. By paying more attention to hay quality, cattlemen can reduce the need to feed supplements. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 22, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 22, 2022
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 necessarily translate into a lot of profit. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 21, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 21, 2022
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 gardeners are on the lookout for the last frost of the year. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 18, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 18, 2022
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 peanut farmers are facing a potential loss here in 2022. Texas crop losses from 2021 disasters totaled over 2 billion. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 17, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 17, 2022
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 Texas this week. Corn planting is underway in the Central Texas Blacklands. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 16, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 16, 2022
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 ranchers are ready for spring. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 15, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 15, 2022
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 North Central Texas. Extreme South Texas is both planting and harvesting. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 14, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 14, 2021
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 is worsening across the state and extending into East Texas. Farmers in the Coastal Bend have hit pause on cotton planting. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 11, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 11, 2022
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 reporting is important for crop insurance. We’ll have those stories and more on Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 10, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 10, 2022
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 Checkoffs are contributing to rising demand for beef. There’s a rush to buy rural land in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 9, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 9, 2022
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 going fast for the Hemphill County Beef Conference. The results are in for last year’s Beef Checkoff efforts. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 8, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 8, 2022
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 this year as corn prices hit historic highs. U.S. agriculture is celebrating a record year for exports. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 7, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 7, 2022
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 farmers plant sorghum, the market for that crop is increasing. Fluctuating temperatures and rainfall have Texas landscapers on edge. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag today.
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Mar 4, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 4, 2022
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 are to the world grain trade. Corn planters are rolling in Central Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 3, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 3, 2022
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 deep south Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 2, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 2, 2022
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 horticulture. Spring is just around the corner and East Texas farmers are ready for it. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 1, 2022
Texas Ag Today - March 1, 2022
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 winter weather, but March is a transition month. Many Coastal Bend farmers are in need of some rain before they start putting sorghum and cotton in the ground. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 28, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 28, 2022
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 Livestock Show and Rodeo is celebrating its 90th birthday. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 25, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 25, 2022
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 is emerging in deep south Texas, while farmers in the Southern Plains are making preparations for spring planting. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 24, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 24, 2022
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 crop condition ratings are out and they do not look good. Sandburs can cause a lot of trouble in Texas pastures and hay meadows. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 23, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 23, 2022
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 to maximize crop profits when there’s limited water availability. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 22, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 22, 2022
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 contributing to a US agricultural export record. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 21, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 21, 2022
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 planting is getting underway in the Coastal Bend of Texas. Extreme south Texas is feeling the effects of the winter weather. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 18, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 18, 2022
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 100 Texas counties are under a burn ban, while wildfires are touching several parts of the state. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 17, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 17, 2022
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 poured on the feed during the recent winter storm. Extreme South Texas is still feeling the effects of wintery weather. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 16, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 16, 2022
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 beef and pork. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 15, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 15, 2022
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 some very cold temperatures to the Lubbock area recently, but it did not bring much moisture to help winter crops. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 14, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 14, 2022
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 continued lack of moisture has Texas Coastal Bend farmers concerned about the start of spring planting. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 11, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 11, 2022
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 help ease that pain this year. Proposed changes to the Waters of the US rule would reintroduce burdensome federal regulations for agriculture. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 10, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 10, 2022
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 for Texas sorghum is bright for the 2022 crop year, but it will not be without its challenges. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 9, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 9, 2022
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 wettest areas of the state, but even that part of Texas is struggling for moisture right now. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 8, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 8, 2022
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 but the challenges of raising a crop this year continue. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 7, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 7, 2022
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 growing vegetable gardens. There’s a new opportunity for Texas anglers to win prize for reeling in a fish. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 4, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 4, 2022
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 influence what type of forage is grown. Purchasing rural land in Texas for the first time can be a challenge. We will have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 3, 2022
Texas Ag Today - February 3, 2022
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 several things that first time buyers of rural Texas land need to keep in mind. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Feb 2, 2022
Texas Ag Today - Feb. 2, 2022
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 those stories plus Texas wildlife news and a look at the markets.
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Feb 1, 2022
Texas Ag Today - Feb. 1, 2022
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 information from AgriLife can help High Plains growers select cotton varieties. Cooler temperatures are on the way for most of Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 31, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 31, 2022
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. Spring stock shows are a great place to educate the public about agriculture. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 28, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 28, 2022
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 to cattle dewormers is becoming more of a problem. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 27, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 27, 2022
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. Drought is intensifying across Texas, and that is causing some very poor range and pasture conditions. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 26, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 26, 2022
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. Farmers are more comfortable talking about stress and mental health than they were a year ago. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 25, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 25, 2022
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 for export to India. How much Texas farm land is foreign owned? We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 24, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 24, 2022
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, corn and cotton are two of the main crops, and maintaining a rotation between those two crops can save water. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 21, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 21, 2022
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 and innovation is key to improving American agriculture. A lack of moisture continues to be a concern in Central Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 20, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 20, 2022
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 Stock Show and Rodeo. Extreme south Texas is finally seeing some cool temperatures. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 19, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 19, 2022
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 market and that’s continuing into 2022. All eyes are on the weather in East Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 18, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 18, 2022
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 the Texas High Plains. The impact of high fertilizer prices on Texas farmers and ranchers is substantial. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 17, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 17, 2022
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 conditions continue in West Texas, field preparation is becoming more difficult. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 14, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 14, 2022
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 Bureau convention in Atlanta. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 13, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 13, 2022
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 led the way on livestock marketing policy at the recent American Farm Bureau convention in Atlanta. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 12, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 12, 2022
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 work pace is picking up on the Texas Rolling Plains. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 11, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 11, 2022
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 and the priorities of 2022 were laid out this week at the American Farm Bureau convention in Atlanta. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 10, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 10, 2022
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 Bureau Federation named it’s “Farm Dog of the Year” at the annual AFBF convention in Atlanta. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 7, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 7, 2022
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. Most spring calving beef cows are now in the last trimester of gestation. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 6, 2022
Texas Ag Today - Jan. 6, 2022
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 industry.
The drought is hurting ranchers in the Texas Panhandle.
The federal government is expanding a national wildlife refuge in Texas.
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Jan 5, 2022
Texas Ag Today - Jan. 5, 2022
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
*ARC/PLC decision aid online
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Jan 4, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 4, 2022
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 affecting all segments of agriculture, including horticulture. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jan 3, 2022
Texas Ag Today - January 3, 2022
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 weather outlook for the new year? We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 31, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 31, 2021
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 challenging for dairy producers. Warm season grasses may be susceptible to winter kill. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 30, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Dec. 30, 2021
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 releases renewable fuel obligations for refiners
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Dec 29, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 29, 2021
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 the rural land market. Delays in the classing of cotton is impacting some Texas farmers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 28, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 28, 2021
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 2022. Researchers at a Texas university report they’ve found the virus that causes Covid 19 in white-tailed deer in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 27, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 27, 2021
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 helped this year’s Concho Valley cotton crop. This is a good time to prune trees in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 24, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 24, 2021
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 Representatives recently passed two bills relating to livestock markets. We'll have those stores and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 23, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 23, 2021
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 weather trend continues for the Central Texas Blacklands. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 22, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 22, 2021
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. Cattle vaccine is expensive, but it is a worthwhile investment. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 21, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 21, 2021
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? High fertilizer prices and a dry conditions are taking a toll on East Texas agriculture. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 20, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 20, 2021
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 enjoying record high prices. A new pilot project for controlling wild hogs is getting underway on the Texas Coastal Bend. We'll have those stories and more on Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 17, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 17, 2021
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 tested all over Texas. 2021 was a record year for participation in the H2A worker program. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 16, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 16, 2021
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 new variety to try in 2022. If you’re having a problem with an animal, when do you call the vet? We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 15, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 15, 2021
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 will have some new varieties to choose from this spring. The horse industry celebrated national horse day earlier this week. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 14, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 14, 2021
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 organization. Cotton harvest is winding down on the Texas Rolling Plains. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 13, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 13, 2021
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 High Plains? Wheat producers across the country have faced a variety of issues in 2021. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 10, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 10, 2021
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 conservation projects funded by the Texas Water Development Board. About 10 percent of equine colic cases require surgery. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 9, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 9, 2021
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 to help Texas farmers conserve water. The Central Texas Blacklands have received some moisture this fall. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 8, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 8, 2021
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 been great in West Texas. Prussic acid can be a deadly concern for Texas cattle producers at this time of year. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 7, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 7, 2021
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’s a new product on the market to both fertilize and control weeds in pastures. Extreme south Texas is feeling fall in the air. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 6, 2021
Texas Ag Today - December 6, 2021
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 organization recognizes an outstanding teacher. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Dec 3, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Dec. 3, 2021
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, performance
*Drought creeps back across Texas
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Dec 2, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Dec. 2, 2021
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
*New veterinary assistance program
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Dec 1, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Dec. 1, 2021
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 meeting this weekend in Corpus Christi
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Nov 30, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 30, 2021
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 devastation of Winter Storm Uri in February. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 29, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 29, 2021
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 excellent right now. Meat processing facilities across the country will soon get funding to expand their capacity. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 26, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 26, 2021
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
*Winter wheat planting continues in Central Texas
*Properly dispose of deer carcass parts to prevent CWD spread
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Nov 25, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 25, 2021
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 2022
*Grants fund projects to improve angler access, fishing
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Nov 24, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 24, 2021
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, discusses ‘22
*Amarillo Farm, Ranch Show returns after year off due to COVID
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Nov 23, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 23, 2021
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
*Thanksgiving food safety tips
*Hunting good in East Texas
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Nov 22, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 22, 2021
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 costs in East Texas
*Sorghum yield contest deadline Dec. 1
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Nov 19, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 19, 2021
Today’s headlines:
AFBF opposes spending bill
USDA declares disaster areas in Texas
Cattle groups call for ban on Brazilian beef
Controlling weeds with sheep
Texas ag students receive valuable knowledge at broadcasters’ meeting
Getting the most out of your hay
TPWD stocking rainbow trout
Treating equine colic
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Nov 18, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 18, 2021
Today’s headlines:
Inflation’s effects on the farm
Tips for raising goats and sheep
Sustainability is more than a buzzword for agriculture
The infrastructure package has money earmarked for rural communities
Whooping cranes are making their way to Texas.
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Nov 17, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 17, 2021
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 growers.
Opportunities for sheep and goat raising in the Panhandle.
Will there be enough turkeys on shelves this Thanksgiving?
Rising input prices worry farmers.
Texas hunters can help those in need in their communities.
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Nov 16, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 16, 2021
Today’s headlines:
CattleFax CEO addresses cattle market legislation
USDA increases forecast cotton production
Cash fed cattle prices on the rise
Facts influencing higher crop yields
It’s time to move some plants indoors
Hunters play critical role in cattle fever tick prevention
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Nov 15, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Nov. 15, 2021
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 prices for Texas sheep raisers.
TPWD closes red snapper season.
Ringworm in cats and dogs.
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Nov 12, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 12, 2021
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 one revenue stream. Extreme South Texas is enjoying cooler temperatures. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 11, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 11, 2021
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 history. US beef and pork exports are on a record pace through September. Winter pasture planting is wrapping up in East Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 10, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 10, 2021
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 harvest. With the price of fertilizer continuing to go up, it pays to do soil testing. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 9, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 9, 2021
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 underway for Texas farmers. After a slow start due to hot dry weather, the wheat planting pace has picked up on the Rolling Plains. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 8, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 8, 2021
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 up as well. Teaching children the importance of agriculture has been a focus this fall in the Coastal Bend of Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 5, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 5, 2021
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 Protection Agency make its policies work better for agriculture. As temperatures begin dropping across Texas, feeding hay is on the increase. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 4, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 4, 2021
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 red meat exports to Central America have reached new heights. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 3, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 3, 2021
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 organization is making policy decisions ahead of their upcoming annual meeting. The cotton harvest on the south plains of Texas is rolling ahead. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 2, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 2, 2021
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 this year. Sorghum has had a great year as well. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Nov 1, 2021
Texas Ag Today - November 1, 2021
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 drier than normal. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 29, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 29, 2021
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 plains of Texas. Cooler weather and rainfall have arrived in Central Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 28, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 28, 2021
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, while row crop harvest is wrapping up. Cotton ginning continues in south Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 27, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 27, 2021
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 were wetter than normal on the Texas High Plains, but a dry fall is not helping the newly planted wheat crop there. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 26, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 26, 2021
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 thinking early in the season. The Texas orange industry is seeking more global opportunities. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 25, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 25, 2021
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 records this year. Cotton harvest is well underway in West Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 22, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 22, 2021
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 panhandle this year, and that appears to have been a blessing for the peanut crop there. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 21, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 21, 2021
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 Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 20, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 20, 2021
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 the value of rural Texas property. Feeding colostrum in the first 24 hours of a calf’s life is critical for immunity. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 19, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 19, 2021
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 fall because of Covid, but they are back this fall. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 18, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 18, 2021
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 come together to start something new. There’s a new political reality for rural representation in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 15, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 15, 2021
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 extension of the WHIP+ program. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 14, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 14, 2021
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 hay feeding season, it is important to know what nutrients are available in your hay. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 13, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 13, 2021
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 Reserve Program. Fall is bringing fairs and hunting seasons to East Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 12, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 12, 2021
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. It's time to wean spring-born calves. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 11, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Oct. 11, 2021
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 Fair of Texas.
Crop insurance claims moderate on Texas High Plains.
Parks and Wildlife seeks comments on freeze-related proposal.
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Oct 8, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 8, 2021
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 underway in West Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 7, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Oct. 7, 2021
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 can impact calves and heifers.
Texans encouraged to photograph and post pollinator photos.
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Oct 6, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 6, 2021
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 month for gardening in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 5, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 5, 2021
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 this year. Cotton harvest is getting underway in the Central Texas Blacklands.
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Oct 4, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 4, 2021
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 cattle producers to purchase expensive supplements this winter. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Oct 1, 2021
Texas Ag Today - October 1, 2021
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, while cotton harvest is all done in the extreme south Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 30, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 30, 2021
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 that you can lead a horse to water but you can’t make him drink is true. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 29, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 29, 2021
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 the crop. Now is the time to plant winter grasses such as ryegrass, oats and wheat for grazing. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 28, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 28, 2021
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 thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 27, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 27, 2021
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. Scratches is a common term describing a lower leg condition in horses. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 24, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 24, 2021
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 sheep industry is at a crossroads. September is a transition month for Texas gardeners. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 23, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 23, 2021
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 on the Texas Southern Plains are moving closer to harvest. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 22, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 22, 2021
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 outlook for Texas livestock producers this fall is looking good, especially compared to last year. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 21, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 21, 2021
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 are not very common, but if you do have one, it is a serious situation. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 20, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 20, 2021
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 Texas High Plains wheat farmers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 17, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 17, 2021
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 an optimistic harvest on the Texas High Plains. Hot dry weather is helping to put the wraps on the deep south Texas cotton harvest. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 16, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 16, 2021
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 farmers and ranchers. There's a big global market for Texas oranges. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 15, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 15, 2021
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 just around the corner. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 14, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 14, 2021
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. When considering a purchase of rural Texas property, access is big factor. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 13, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 13, 2021
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 Valley. More cases of Anthrax are popping up here in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 10, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 10, 2021
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 moving forward on the Texas Rolling Plains. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 9, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 9, 2021
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 grapes and wineries are big business here in Texas. The Texas population is growing, but that is endangering farm and ranch land. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 8, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 8, 2021
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 mite. Central Texas farmers are wrapping up corn harvest. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 7, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 7, 2021
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 before we know it. It has been a good year for hay producers in East Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 6, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 6, 2021
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 Coastal Bend cotton harvest is in full swing. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 3, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 3, 2021
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 encouraging as we near the finish. Harvest is rolling full speed in South Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 2, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 2, 2021
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 debate. Covid 19 is affecting both urban and rural Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Sep 1, 2021
Texas Ag Today - September 1, 2021
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 Association held their annual conference this week. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 31, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 31, 2021
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. Thankfully, Texas avoided the wrath of Hurricane Ida. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 30, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 30, 2021
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 records again. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 27, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 27, 2021
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. Sustainability is growing in importance in the international meat trade. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 26, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 26, 2021
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 and hog producers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 25, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 25, 2021
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 buying hay. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 24, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 24, 2021
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 apparent as we’re into harvest time. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 23, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 23, 2021
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. The Texas Animal Health Commission is looking for input on a set of rule proposals. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 20, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 20, 2021
Cattle industry headed toward profitability
Peanut farmers could see a bumper crop
Classes start at Texas Tech vet school
Feds name 1,300 acres critical habitat for threatened salamanders
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Aug 19, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 19, 2021
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 Central Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 18, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 18, 2021
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. The Texas cotton harvest is underway in the Rio Grande Valley. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 17, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 17, 2021
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. Harvest season is moving full speed ahead in the Texas Coastal Bend. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 16, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 16, 2021
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 ranchers. Corn and sorghum harvest are winding down in extreme South Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 13, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 13, 2021
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 farmers and ranchers.
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Aug 12, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 12, 2021
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 comments on proposed changes to its Chronic Wasting Disease rules.
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Aug 11, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 11, 2021
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 Plains.
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Aug 10, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 10, 2021
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 communities.
Dryland corn production making a comeback in the Rolling Plains.
Changes coming to some Texas dove hunters.
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Aug 9, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 9, 2021
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.
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Aug 6, 2021
Texas Ag Today - August 6, 2021
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 have arrived also. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Aug 5, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 5, 2021
Bayer to pull Roundup for residential use.
Fall armyworms affecting Panhandle crops.
Sugarcane aphids appearing later than normal.
Drought conditions drastically decline.
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Aug 4, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 4, 2021
Cotton behind schedule.
Livestock brands to expire in late August.
Weed pressure a rising threat on the Panhandle.
Know deed restrictions before buying.
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Aug 3, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 3, 2021
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 cases on the rise.
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Aug 2, 2021
Texas Ag Today - Aug. 2, 2021
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.
Land buyers should be aware of mineral rights during sale.
Unique hunting opportunities available.
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Jul 30, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 30, 2021
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 they did just a few years ago. Central Texas has gotten a break from the frequent rains that the area has experienced throughout the spring and summer. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 29, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 29, 2021
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 underway right here in Texas next week. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 28, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 28, 2021
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 Texas pastures. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 27, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 27, 2021
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 in place and ready to go for the new school year. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 26, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 26, 2021
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 are causing to their property. Cotton is looking good on the Texas High Plains, but there is one bug that’s causing a few headaches for farmers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 23, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 23, 2021
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 growing.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department extends emergency fishing rules on the Laguna Madre.
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Jul 22, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 22, 2021
Conditions better for corn on the Texas High Plains
The Texas Animal Health Commission is encouraging Texans to vaccinate their cattle against livestock
Cotton and grain sorghum looking good in Wichita County
Tournament offers anglers chance to win a truck, boat, or ATV
Horse owners should be mindful of heat stress
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Jul 21, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 21, 2021
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 means more weeds.
A Texas deer has tested positive for anthrax.
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Jul 20, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 20, 2021
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 harvest.
General CRP signup ends Friday.
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Jul 19, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 19, 2021
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 well.
An increase in mosquitoes could mean more equine diseases this year.
Landowners in some parts of Texas are eligible for additional incentives through CRP-Grasslands.
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Jul 16, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 16, 2021
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 state. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 15, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 15, 2021
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&M Beef Cattle Short Course is coming soon. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 14, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 14, 2021
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’ve had in Texas this year can lead to foot rot in cattle. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 13, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 13, 2021
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 weather has left the Texas Rolling Plains looking good in 2021. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 12, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 12, 2021
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 rural broadband service shows that Texas is not up to speed. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 9, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 9, 2021
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 has been anything but a typical summer so far in Central Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 8, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 8, 2021
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 in the Texas Coastal Bend is a little off schedule this year. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 7, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 7, 2021
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 Farm Bureau is asking the Biden Administration to address issues at the border.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will consider new Chronic Wasting Disease zones in Lubbock County.
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Jul 6, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 6, 2021
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 limit water use in the Panhandle.
Extreme conditions impact landscaping decisions in Texas.
Hay testing needed in East Texas
East Texas fruit crop plentiful
The Growing Climate Solutions was passed by the U.S. Senate recently.
The Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course is coming up in August.
USDA is hoping to help landowners restore wetlands to benefit wildlife.
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Jul 5, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 5, 2021
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 keep an eye out for one Bermuda grass pest that’s causing some problems this year. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 2, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 2, 2021
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. Opening a meat packing plant isn't an easy endeavor. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jul 1, 2021
Texas Ag Today - July 1, 2021
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. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 30, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 30, 2021
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 in mind. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 29, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 29, 2021
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. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 28, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 28, 2021
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. It is time once again for the annual Texas FFA Convention. The Central Texas Blacklands have been enjoying sunshine and summer. We’ll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 25, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 25, 2021
Texas wheat harvest is past the halfway mark.
WOTUS is rearing its ugly head once again.
The Senate Ag Committee hosted a hearing this week on transparency in cattle marketing.
An emergency rule implemented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will mean more testing for deer breeders.
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Jun 24, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 24, 2021
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.
Registration is underway for a Quail Research Field Day scheduled for June 30 near Stephenville.
The Texas High Plains grain sorghum crop is off to a good start.
Joint supplements are available for arthritis in dogs and cats.
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Jun 23, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 23, 2021
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 a tremendous amount of problems in part of the state. Hay testing is a must.
Rebuilding pork consumption in key markets.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department issued an emergency order Tuesday aimed at preventing the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease.
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Jun 22, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 22, 2021
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's baby bat season in Texas. And they face a number of threats.
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Jun 21, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 21, 2021
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 and cotton in the Coastal Bend.
If your horse is coughing, it could be asthma.
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Jun 18, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 18, 2021
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 last couple of months has made it hard to get hay baled. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 17, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 17, 2021
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 vultures. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 16, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 16, 2021
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 those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 15, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 15, 2021
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. Surveys are important when buying land in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 14, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 14, 2021
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 harvesting on the Texas Rolling Plains. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 11, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 11, 2021
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 Protection Agency will change the definition of Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) once again.
JBS reportedly paid $11 million to hackers.
Calves born in a difficult birth could be at risk for other problems.
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Jun 10, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 10, 2021
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 and are looking to trade it in. There are more calls for transparency in beef cattle marketing.
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Jun 9, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 9, 2021
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 be impacted by recent rains. The three-feet of rain the Port Lavaca area received since April 30 is impacting cattle and crops. It's Sea Turtle Week! There are several things you can do to protect the endangered species.
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Jun 8, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 8, 2021
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.
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Jun 7, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 7, 2021
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 the Texas High Plains, hail means some farmers will have to replant. There's a new chairman on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission.
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Jun 4, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 4, 2021
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 new truck, boat and trailer this summer. Horse owners should continue to protect their horses against West Nile Virus.
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Jun 3, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 3, 2021
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 Rolling Plains due to the recent rainfall. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 2, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 2, 2021
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 Plains has complicated things for cotton growers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Jun 1, 2021
Texas Ag Today - June 1, 2021
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 affected spring gardening? We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 31, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 31, 2021
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 opportunities to improve wildlife habitat here in Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 28, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 28, 2021
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 across the entire region. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 27, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 27, 2021
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 corner and South Texas farmers are hoping to get a break this year. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 26, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 26, 2021
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, location location. East Texas agriculture is struggling with the spring weather. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 25, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 25, 2021
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 improved crop and grazing conditions across most of south Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 24, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 24, 2021
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 rains may have taken our minds off the drought for a while, but it could be back quickly. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 21, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 21, 2021
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. It’s been a roller coaster year for Texas wheat farmers to finally get to harvest. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 20, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 20, 2021
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 percent this year, it makes sense to look for alternatives. Winter Story Uri killed a lot of landscape plants across Texas, and most of those will need to be replaced. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 19, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 19, 2021
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 get seed in the ground. The Biden Administration’s 30 by 30 report has the attention of America’s farmers and ranchers. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 18, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 18, 2021
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. We’re seeing cases of anthrax pop up here in Texas, so it’s a good idea to vaccinate your cattle if you’re in an anthrax prone area. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 17, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 17, 2021
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, but there’s still a huge moisture deficit as planting gets underway. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 14, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 14, 2021
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 has begun in the Rio Grande Valley, and the watermelon harvest will start soon. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 13, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 13, 2021
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 to roll in West Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 12, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 12, 2021
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 season in Texas.
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May 11, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 11, 2021
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 over the last week and that’s especially true in the Coastal Bend. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 10, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 10, 2021
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 versus producing a large quantity of hay. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 7, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 7, 2021
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 good wheat crop in the Texas High Plains. Eminent Domain reform is making its way through the Texas Legislature. We’ll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 6, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 6, 2021
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 internal parasites in cattle is critical to ensuring their health and productivity. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 5, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 5, 2021
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 ranchers along the Mexican border are facing a crisis. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 4, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 4, 2021
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 to the weather. This is Teacher Appreciation Week, and we commend the hard working Texas agriculture teachers across the state. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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May 3, 2021
Texas Ag Today - May 3, 2021
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 hog market is good news for the Texas Panhandle economy. Severe weather has popped up in many areas of Texas over the past month.
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Apr 30, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 30, 2021
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 states. Landowners can sign up for a program that allows extended hunting seasons and encourages wildlife and habitat conservation.
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Apr 29, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 29, 2021
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 slowed the beginning of spring planting for farmers on the Texas Southern Plains. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 28, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 28, 2021
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 harvest is getting underway in extreme south Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 27, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 27, 2021
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 Texas is no exception. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 26, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 26, 2021
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 have provided some temporary relief from drought. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 23, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 23, 2021
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 in the cattle business this year. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 22, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 22, 2021
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 better. With the focus on Earth Day this week, farmers and ranchers are making their case as the original environmentalists. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 21, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 21, 2021
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 there’s a new law that aims to fix that. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 20, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 20, 2021
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'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 19, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 19, 2021
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 cotton industry. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 16, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 16, 2021
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 County Beef Conference is back after being cancelled last year due to the pandemic. There's help out there for Texas farmers interested in growing hemp.
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Apr 15, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 15, 2021
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 Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 14, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 14, 2021
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 more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 13, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 13, 2021
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 Storm Uri blasted the Rio Grande Valley. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 12, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 12, 2021
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 the Texas Coastal Bend. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 9, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 9, 2021
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 full swing in East Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 8, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 8, 2021
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 some welcome moisture recently that has helped spring planting prospects. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 7, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 7, 2021
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 pasture fertilizer? We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 6, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 6, 2021
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 is moving at full speed across many areas of Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 5, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 5, 2021
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 taking hold in the Central Texas Blacklands. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 2, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 2, 2021
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 weekend marks the beginning of planting for Texas gardens. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Apr 1, 2021
Texas Ag Today - April 1, 2021
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 precipitation in the Texas High Plains, but that moisture isn’t sticking around. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 31, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 31, 2021
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 blast. The Texas Animal Health Commission last month reported a case of Covid-19 in a cougar. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 30, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 30, 2021
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 drought. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 29, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 29, 2021
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 agriculture. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 26, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 26, 2021
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 events recently. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 25, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 25, 2021
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 the winter wheat crop comes back from the winter storm. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 24, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 24, 2021
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 growing season. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 23, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 23, 2021
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 stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 22, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 22, 2021
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 Valley, while citrus producers there are still trying to regroup after winter storm Uri. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 19, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 19, 2021
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 legislators are considering changes to the Farm Animal Liability Act. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.
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Mar 18, 2021
Texas Ag Today - March 18, 2021
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 full swing in Central Texas. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.