*Cattle futures were volatile during 2024.
*USDA is investing another $300 million to expand food and agricultural exports.
*The number of cattle in Texas feedlots is down slightly from a year ago.
*The level of cow herd rebuilding in Texas is a big unknown.
*There is now more time to comment on the Department of Labor’s proposed heat illness prevention rule.
*2024 was a challenging year for Central Texas farmers and ranchers.
*We have a record agricultural trade deficit, and it will continue into 2025.
*Soaking your horse’s foot is sometimes required, but there is a better option.
