Texas Crop Weather Highlights

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The following summaries were compiled by AgriLife Extension district reporters: CENTRAL: The region remained dry. Producers were preparing land for the planting of wheat and oats. COASTAL BEND: The drought worsened as dry conditions and record heat continued. EAST: As … Continued

Texas Wheat Passes Climate Change Resolution

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This week the Texas Wheat Producers Association held its quarterly board meeting in Amarillo.  During the meeting, the executive committee discussed the current activity associated with climate change legislation.  After lengthy discussion, the committee approved the following resolution: The TWPA … Continued

Choosing Varieties

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To some choosing which variety to plant may seem like a daunting task.  Others may choose to plant the same variety year-in year-out, because its what they have on hand.  No matter your production practices there are a few things … Continued

USDA Production Report

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This week we received an updated crop production release from USDA. Total production for Texas was unchanged from earlier estimates. The 2008 Texas winter wheat crop is forecast at 66.2 million bushels, down 33 percent from last year and down … Continued

Greenbug management strategies

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— From the Panhandle Pest Update, Texas AgriLife Extension and Research Wheat preparations for wheat planting are beginning to take place. Now is a good time to develop plans for managing potential insect pests this coming season. Historically, greenbugs are … Continued