*A top agriculture official says the spike in fuel and fertilizer prices should be temporary.  

*Calf and yearling prices have jumped higher over the past year.  

*Screwworm cases in Mexico continue to grow.  

*Water availability is a prime consideration when considering what type of forage to plant. 

*The drought has taken a toll on winter wheat in the Texas Rolling Plains.  

*Rising transportation costs are hitting the feed and grain industry.  

*East Texas has gotten some timely rains.  

*It’s foaling time.