Texas Ag Today - April 29, 2026

*Mexican cattle imports may never fully recover.  

*Getting E15 fuel available year-round is a priority for ag groups in Washington.  

*The battle to keep screwworms from crossing into Texas continues.  

 

*Wheat diseases have been a big problem across the state this year.  

*Increasing U.S. cotton exports is key to increasing demand.  

*We could see a vote on the Farm Bill this week.  

*The House Natural Resources Committee has proposed a comprehensive update of the Endangered Species Act. 

*Caring for livestock after a wildfire can be a difficult challenge.  

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.