*Cotton harvest is picking up speed across the Cotton Belt.
*Senate Ag Committee republicans are asking for a meeting with the White House to discuss the farm economy.
*There is talk in Washington of another financial aid package for farmers.
*Some farmers in the Texas High Plains are trying a new crop.
*An upcoming water summit will address Texas water availability for the future.
*The government shutdown will delay important agricultural legislation.
*The fall army worm can cause big damage to pastures.
*Screwworms are getting very close to Texas.
