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Drought conditions persisted in the district with burn bans issued in most areas. Ponds and creeks continued to dry up. Producers had mostly decided to hold off on planting winter pastures until rain arrived. Hay production wrapped up for the year. Livestock were in fair to good condition, with some supplementation taking place. AgriLife Today (College Station, Texas), Oct 29, 2024 Several East Texas counties were put under burn bans. Little to no rainfall worsened the drought conditions. Where possible, producers continued hay production. Pasture and rangeland conditions were fair. Subsoil and topsoil conditions were short, and grass was turning brown. Pond, lake and creek water levels dropped. Some producers were holding off on planting winter pastures. Livestock were in fair to good condition, with some feed supplementation occurring. Wild pig damage continued. AgriLife Today (College Station, Texas), Oct 16, 2024 East Texas experienced a few showers and cooler temperatures but needed moisture. Pasture and rangeland conditions were fair to good. Subsoil and topsoil conditions were adequate to short. Hay production slowed, and producers began to prepare for planting winter pastures. Cattle market prices were lower, and livestock were in fair to good condition. Armyworm infestations remained a significant problem for forage producers. Anderson County reported severe damage by feral hogs. AgriLife Today (College Station, Texas), Oct 1, 2024 Several counties in East Texas received much needed rainfall, however, much more will be needed to replenish soil moisture. Pasture and rangeland conditions were fair to good. Subsoil and topsoil conditions were short to adequate. Hay production has slowed but continued. Livestock were in fair to good condition. The cattle market was steady to higher in most classes. Producers continued the fight against armyworm infestations. Feral hogs were moving and have increased their destruction. AgriLife Today (College Station, Texas), Sept 5, 2024