Peanut crop brings optimism to Terry County growers
Brownfield News talks with Extension Agent Jerry Warren about hopeful signs in Terry County agriculture. Peanuts show good stands and recovery despite some sand wind damage and thrips, with irrigation and rains shaping further prospects. Cucumber planting is underway with contracts guiding output and water use, while guar acreage may rise after cotton planting.
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Rain and crops ride on farm bill talks and drought worries
In Texas peanut and cotton regions, growers press for farm bill progress as farmers plan June planting, insurance timing, and rain needs. Warren warns dry weather boosts pests like grasshoppers, thrips, and beet armyworms while irrigation costs rise and prices must improve. Becca Dickerson notes Combest aims to finish a farm bill by August for House review.
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