Texas Ag Today - June 7, 2024

*The House version of the Farm Bill contains measures that will add money to the farm safety net.  

*Drought conditions continue to improve across much of Texas.  

*Wheat harvest is running early this year.

*Limited irrigation capacity is a major issue for all Texas High Plains farmers.  

*New and young farmers told the Senate Ag Committee they need a new Farm Bill.  

*Heavy spring rains in Central Texas have impacted sheep producers there.  

*It is important for horses to get good sleep.  

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.