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Texas Agriculture Today
Hosted by Texas Farm Bureau Radio Network · EN
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.
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Texas Ag Today - June 1, 2026
2d ago00:24:32Tap to summarizeCattle feeders are profitable, but high price feeder cattle are squeezing those profits.The Farm Service Agency is sending landowners letter about potential base acre allocations.Genetics have played a big role in improving beef quality in recent years, but that's definitely not the whole story.El Niño is just getting started and could impact June weather in Texas.Spring beef calf processing is coming up. Texas veterinarian Dr. Bob Judd has some guidelines to help in the process.
Transcribe →Texas Ag Today - May 29, 2026
5d ago00:24:57Tap to summarizeNew World Screwworm found in bovine just 31 miles from US-Mexico border.The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has reportedly withdrawn its mountain lion harvest reporting proposal following significant opposition. USDA is celebrating the opening of a livestock insect research lab in Kerrville. Estate planning is critical on the farm and ranch.The path to profitability is not an easy one for Texas High Plains corn farmers this year.Young people can obtain a veterinary science certificate from Texas A&M AgriLife.
Transcribe →Texas Ag Today - May 28, 2026
6d ago00:26:15Tap to summarizeSheep and goat prices look good this spring.There’s a little uncertainty about corn acreage in the Texas High Plains this year.Staff for members of the Texas Legislature are learning more about agriculture.Students at Colorado State University have developed an AI tool to help grade beef.Horn flies cost cattlemen a lot of money.
Transcribe →Texas Ag Today - May 27, 2026
1w ago00:23:15Tap to summarizeFarmers are expected to see above-average farm bill safety net payments this fall. Conditions in the Coastal Bend have switched from drought to flood.Cotton farmers on the Texas High Plains have seen a lot of challenging weather already this season.Texas legislative staff gain agricultural insights at demonstration farm.There are different options for intraarticular joint therapies in horses.
Transcribe →Texas Ag Today - May 26, 2026
1w ago00:25:13Tap to summarizeFree mental health services are available for those involved in Texas agriculture.The High Plains has finally received some rain. There are three steps that sellers of rural land should take before they attempt to market or sell their property. This time of year, busy performance horses by need anti-inflammatories for sore joints. The world’s largest ammonia plant, which is expected to help strengthen the U.S.’ fertilizer supply chain, is one-step closer to opening its doors.Broomsedge is an indicator plant that tells you if there’s a problem in your pasture or hay meadow.
Transcribe →Texas Ag Today - May 25, 2026
1w ago00:22:59Tap to summarizeThe switch to El Niño is coming.An information service can help farmers in the Texas High Plains as they face challenges with insect pressure.U.S. beef demand continues to be strong around the world.House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson gives us an update on ag labor legislation. Ultrasounds are now being used to help in the diagnosis of pneumonia in calves.
Transcribe →Texas Ag Today - May 22, 2026
2w ago00:23:49Tap to summarizeSenate Ag Committee Chairman John Boozman gives us an update on the farm bill and potential economic assistance for farmers. The cattle futures market is fighting with the cash market.Consumer demand for beef remains strong even with high prices.Market access for U.S. red meat exports continues to grow.A new strangles vaccine is on the way.
Transcribe →Texas Ag Today - May 21, 2026
2w ago00:24:03Tap to summarize*U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins addressed TFB members in Washington, D.C. this week.*Texas cotton planting is right-on-track in Texas. *Zoetis receives additional approval for Dectomax to treat New World Screwworm.*Registration is now open for the Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course.*Cattle inventories remain very tight.*The U.S. Department of Agriculture is looking for producer input for its June agricultural survey.*USDA has confirmed cases of pseudorabies in Iowa and Texas.
Transcribe →Texas Ag Today - May 20, 2026
2w ago00:24:09Tap to summarize*China should be buying U.S. beef again. *The latest Texas wheat crop ratings are out. *High energy prices are helping to boost cotton prices.*Feedlots are making money, but they still need higher fed cattle prices.*Millennials are buying more beef.*There’s some good news in the fight against the New World screwworms. *Data centers are a touchy topic in Texas agriculture.*Preparations continue for the possible arrival of screwworms in Texas.
Transcribe →Texas Ag Today - May 19, 2026
2w ago00:23:28Tap to summarize*The feeder cattle market is red hot. *USDA is raising the average cotton price for the marketing year. *Nominations are open for the Texas Environmental Stewardship Award Program. *About 300 Texas farmers and ranchers are in Washington this week. *Record high fed cattle prices are good news for Texas feedlots. *A new survey shows consumer’s meat consumption priorities. *The rising cost of fertilizer is squeezing the balance sheets of farmers across the U.S.*Screwworms are not in Texas, but we should be on the lookout for them.
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