Texas Agriculture Today

*Texas sheep and goat researchers are busy with lots of projects.  
 
*The EPA has approved stronger standards for those who use restricted use pesticides here in Texas.  
 
*The Texas Farmer Service Agency is encouraging producers to sign up for several drought relief programs.
 
*Crop insurance claims on the Texas High Plains are expected to be high again this year.
 
*Texas crop and pastureland values continue to climb.  
 
*Central Texas has finally seen a break in the hot and dry weather pattern.  
 
*Now is the time to check your farm ponds for blue-green algae.
 
*Fall turkey season is just a few weeks away.  

What is Texas Agriculture Today?

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.