Texas Ag Today - August 4, 2026

*There were no surprises in the recent Cattle on Feed report.  

*The National Sorghum Producers yield contest is now open.   

*The number of companies using USDA’s voluntary Product of the U.S. label is growing.

*Drought seems to be improving in the southern part of the Texas High Plains.  

*Hay production in East Texas is good in some places, not so good in others.  

*The Senate Ag Committee will consider the Farm Bill this week.  

*As Congress works toward approving a budget, the House has authorized $12 billion in additional farm aid. 

*Vitamins are important for goats.