Texas Ag Today - May 11, 2026

*Sterile screwworm flies are dropped in more South Texas counties.   *The Department of Justice says a new settlement will help ease consumer meat prices.  *The Texas Special Rangers is reminding livestock owners to brand their animals. *Drought continues throughout the Texas High Plains.  *Beef is winning with consumers.  *The Farmer Bridge Assistance Program has sent out over $9 billion in farm assistance.  *Volunteer plants in gardens landscapes are showing up at this time of year.  *Spring brings some health problems for sheep and goats.