Texas Ag Today - April 3, 2026

*A top agriculture official says the spike in fuel and fertilizer prices should be temporary.

*Calf and yearling prices have jumped higher over the past year.

*Screwworm cases in Mexico continue to grow.

*Water availability is a prime consideration when considering what type of forage to plant.

*The drought has taken a toll on winter wheat in the Texas Rolling Plains.

*Rising transportation costs are hitting the feed and grain industry.

*East Texas has gotten some timely rains.

*It’s foaling time.