Texas Ag Today - December 13, 2024

*A defeat in Denver was a big win for the sheep industry.  

*Farmers will see higher replant payments in the 2026 crop year.  

*Another endangered species listing could be coming soon that would affect farmers and ranchers.  

*If you’re interested in raising sheep and goats, there are some things to think about before you get started.  

*A technique used to rid the United States of screwworms back in the 1960’s is still being used today.  

*Red meat exports are expected to stay strong in 2025.  

*Despite a few days of precipitation, Coastal Bend farmers still have a need for significant rainfall. 

*An oral vaccine to prevent anthrax in whitetailed deer is being developed in Texas.  

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.