Texas Ag Today - August 29, 2023

*Much of Texas received rainfall over the past week.  

*Drought is keeping cattle producers from rebuilding cow herds.  

*Texas will be home to a state-of-the-art animal reproductive biology and technology.  

*USDA is expanding livestock disaster payments for extreme heat and humidity.  

*The Texas Beef Council plays an important role in promoting beef to consumers.  

*Weed control is a big challenge in the cotton fields of West Texas.  

*East Texas farmers and ranchers are dealing with heat and drought, but they are making plans for fall. 

*Vitamin A may be the most important vitamin to supplement in beef cattle.   

*Time is running out for Texas landowners who are interested in enrolling in the managed lands program.