*Much of Texas received rainfall over the past week.
*Drought is keeping cattle producers from rebuilding cow herds.
*Texas will be home to a state-of-the-art animal reproductive biology and technology.
*USDA is expanding livestock disaster payments for extreme heat and humidity.
*The Texas Beef Council plays an important role in promoting beef to consumers.
*Weed control is a big challenge in the cotton fields of West Texas.
*East Texas farmers and ranchers are dealing with heat and drought, but they are making plans for fall.
*Vitamin A may be the most important vitamin to supplement in beef cattle.
*Time is running out for Texas landowners who are interested in enrolling in the managed lands program.
