*The Texas wheat crop ratings continue to look bad with half the crop rated poor to very poor.
*Drought isn't the only thing causing problems for Texas wheat growers. It's been too wet in some areas.
*Higher feeder cattle prices are creating headaches for Texas cattle feeders.
*Corn farmers are making big gains on the sustainability front.
*The U.S. is stepping up efforts to deal with the Mexican ban on biotech corn.
*Foaling season is underway in Texas, and foal rejection could be an issue from time to time.
*Texas birders have a unique opportunity to see several bird species.