*The groundbreaking for the sterile screwworm production facility was held Friday in the Rio Grande Valley.
*There's talk in Washington of another economic aid package for farmers and ranchers.
*Five farmers and ranchers have been appointed to serve on the Texas Farm Service Agency state committee.
*There are less cattle in Texas feedlots.
*Many Texas wheat fields have been hit with disease outbreaks.
*Thirty million new base acres were granted through the One Big Beautiful Bill act.
*Recent rains in the Texas Coastal Bend have improved both soil moisture and farmer attitudes.
*Fast growing spring pastures can lead to grass tetany in beef cattle.
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.