*A south Texas cattlemen testified before a congressional subcommittee last week on the damage illegal immigration is causing to his cattle operation.
*The outlook for Texas pork producers for the rest of this year is not very bright.
*Texas cotton crop ratings are slowly declining.
*If you’re a farmer, it’s likely that someone is going to offer you a carbon contract.
*Range and pasture conditions across Texas are suffering due to the heat and drought.
*It is still hot and dry in Central Texas.
*It’s common for horses to develop lacerations on the back side of the pastern.
*The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has implemented emergency rules to address Chronic Wasting Disease.
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.