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Back to EpisodesTexas Ag Today - April 17, 2026
Episode 1468
Published 3 weeks, 3 days ago
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*The groundbreaking for the sterile screwworm production facility was held Friday in the Rio Grande Valley.
*There's talk in Washington of another economic aid package for farmers and ranchers.
*Five farmers and ranchers have been appointed to serve on the Texas Farm Service Agency state committee.
*There are less cattle in Texas feedlots.
*Many Texas wheat fields have been hit with disease outbreaks.
*Thirty million new base acres were granted through the One Big Beautiful Bill act.
*Recent rains in the Texas Coastal Bend have improved both soil moisture and farmer attitudes.
*Fast growing spring pastures can lead to grass tetany in beef cattle.