Central Texas District Dry and hot conditions persisted with no rainfall, though humidity levels remained high. Some producers were planting wheat into dry ground, hoping for rain in the coming days.
Almost all corn was harvested. Corn and sorghum stalks were baled, and cotton harvest operations continued.
Reports indicated above-average cotton yields, but prices were very low. Pecan producers were set to start harvesting Pawnee varieties soon, but the crop looked very thin.
Land was being prepared for winter grazing grasses. Plenty of hay was available as hay cutting was still underway. Stock tank water levels began dropping considerably.
Pasture and range conditions were good despite dry conditions and high temperatures. Livestock were in good to fair condition on pasture, with supplemental feeding still occurring. The cattle market softened slightly but not significantly, while sheep and goat markets remained strong.
—Texas AgriLife