Agriculture
The USDA’s September Cattle-on-Feed report shows inventories remain above year-ago levels, while both placements and marketings fell to record lows for the month.
Santa Teresa livestock port reopens September 24, restoring another cattle trade route from Mexico while maintaining new safeguards against New World screwworm.
Analysts expect USDA’s September Cattle on Feed report to show fewer August placements and marketings than a year ago, even as the total feedlot inventory remains higher.
America First Refining plans a $4 billion refinery in Brownsville, Texas, designed specifically for light U.S. shale crude.
Business & Markets
Ted Ogle of Superior Livestock says limited supplies still underpin the market despite a slight retreat in cattle prices, but expects volatility to persist into the fall.
More than 100 training providers have been shut down amid a federal crackdown.
Seven of eight major fertilizer types remain more expensive than a year ago.
New Mexico becomes the 31st state with an approved State MPI program.
Lifestyle & Entertainment
More than a century after Jessica Smith’s ancestor grew grapes, the family is returning to vineyard production.
The annual event features draft horse competitions and family entertainment.
‘Dragonfly’ arrives Friday ahead of Ewing’s Saturday Opry performance.
Troy Robinett earned top honors at the latest qualifier in Oklahoma.
