Drought
With the cattle market at all-time highs and drought having decimating herds across Texas, some might consider restocking, but are questioning if it’s the right time to buy.
Although data indicate the rebuilding of Oklahoma’s beef cow herd is happening, herd numbers are still down 10.5 percent from Jan. 1, 2011, meaning the process is only in the beginning stages.
Weeks of slow, soaking rains are helping the grass grow again on the western slopes of Maui and Hawaii islands, giving cattle ranchers hope they may at last escape a punishing drought brought on by years of below-normal rainfall.
New Mexico’s two U.S. senators say ranchers will soon be able to sign up for drought disaster aid made available through the federal farm law signed last week.
Event helps strategize for future under drought conditions.
Federal officials have designated portions of 11 western and central states as primary natural disaster areas because of a drought.
The second major snowstorm in a week for the southern Great Plains is delivering moisture to U.S. wheat crops.
Though farmers may be disappointed in not having a wet winter, there’s some good news mixed with the bad.
Water quality issues continue to worsen as drought and high temperatures increase the risk of high sulfate water.
Feed costs are expected to skyrocket by next year. Get the full report from AgDay.
USDA’s heat stress forecasts show emergency heat levels in the central U.S. through July 6th. Take caution with livestock.
Texas agricultural losses due to the 2011 drought reached a record $7.62 billion, making it the most costly drought in history.
Drought forcing cattle to market could mean a lighter fall run at higher prices later this year.