*High fertilizer and energy costs are taking a toll on Texas farmers.  

*Drought conditions continue to get worse across Texas.  

*The annual Hemphill County Beef Conference is coming up in a few weeks.  

*The EPA has given Texas rice farmers another tool to fight rice delphacid.  

*The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has a new scholarship initiative for rural youth.  

*Growth implants usually increase the return on most calves.  

*E15 gasoline blends will be available this summer.