2023 Final County Yields announced; AIPs Issuing 2023 STAX Payments

The USDA Risk Management Agency published final 2023 county yields for Upland cotton on July 3, 2024, and approved insurance providers have begun sending out final indemnity payments to Upland cotton producers who purchased 2023 crop year Stacked Income Protection Plan (STAX) policy endorsements.

Candidate Filing Starts July 20 for Precinct 3 and 4 Elections

Candidates for Precinct 3 & 4 District Directors of the High Plains Underground Water Conservation District No. 1 (HPWD) can file applications for place on the ballot beginning July 20, 2024, and ending at 5 p.m., Aug. 19, 2024.

Upcoming Events

Here is a list of current/known/planned educational events throughout our region.AUGUST 2024August 8 — Wheatheart Wheat Conference (Ochiltree, Lipscomb, Hansford) August 14 — Feed Grains Conference (Gray, Carson, Armstrong) August 27 — Randall Crops Tour (Randall)

WEST PLAINS IPM UPDATE

CURRENT SITUATION– Many producers’ crops have been through the wringer the last several weeks. My prayer now is that we have good open weather from here on out with gentle, timely rains, and a great long fall.

Texas shows continued economic, population growth

Highlights of Comptroller’s New State Regional Reports The Comptroller’s data analysts recently updated our regional reports, showing a continued trend of strong economic and population growth. Some of these data surprised us, while other results confirmed what we’ve been hearing.

USDA announces Aug. 14 application deadline for Emergency Relief Program Assistance

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the deadline for commodity and specialty crop producers to apply for the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) for 2022 natural disaster losses is Aug. 14, 2024. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) began accepting ERP 2022 applications in October 2023.

LEDC ‘A’ Board to meet Wed. Noon

Notice is hereby given that the Littlefield Economic Development Corporation Type “A” will meet at12:00 p.m. on July 24, 2024 at the LEDC A Office, 206 West 3rd St. for the purpose of considering all matters and related incidents to the City of Littlefield. AGENDA1. Call to order2. Invocation3.

Lfd. City Council to meet Tuesday

Littlefield’s City Council will conduct a regular business meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday July 23, 2021, in the City Council Chambers, 525 Phelps Avenue. AGENDA1. Call to order2. Invocation3. Pledge of Allegiance4. Public Comments of All Agenda Items5. Introduction of New City Employees6.

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Littlefield Lady Cats’ Head Volleyball Coach, Kaylee Longoria, gives out instructions before a drill, during the morning session of her Lady Cat Youth Volleyball Camp last week. (Submitted Photo)

Heat exacerbates summer garden issues for Texans

AgriLife Extension July Gardening Guide Texas gardeners usually sing the same tune this time of year — the heat is oppressive, and moisture is in short supply.