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Cooler temperatures arrived in Southwest Texas. High winds were reported in the middle of the week, but damage was minimal. Precipitation averaged 1 inch for the week, and soil moisture was good. Sorghum harvest was completed, and corn harvest was wrapping up. Other row crops were being harvested as well. Pecan crops looked good, but more rain was needed for the nuts to fill. Elevated temperatures continued to stress pastures and rangelands, and all hay work was at a standstill. Supplemental feeding of livestock resumed, and livestock markets were steady. Breeding season should begin soon. Deer and other wildlife were in mostly good condition. AgriLife Today (College Station, Texas), Aug 26, 2025 Hot and dry weather continued in Southwest Texas with some spotty showers reported. Temperatures reached 100 degrees on several days. The heat and wind have dried out topsoil. Corn and sorghum harvests continued with below average yields reported. Hay harvest continued. Some producers were preparing for fall planting season. Webworm nests began to show in trees and pecan orchards, but pest loads appeared light so far. Overall, pecans were still green and developing well. The hot, dry conditions led to declines in grasses, and many cattle herds were being fed hay and supplemental feed. Livestock remained in fair to good condition. Livestock producers were shipping some spring calves to the sale barn to take advantage of the current high prices. Livestock were grazing but seeking shade and water. Cattle producers were being advised to reduce stocking rates as much as possible to save forage. Acorn crops still looked good. Wildlife was showing some signs of stress due to declining conditions. AgriLife Today (College Station, Texas), Aug 12, 2025