*A lot of money is needed to accomplish the goal of strengthening the farm safety net in the 2023 Farm Bill.  *The Texas dairy industry is watching a couple of bills in the Texas legislature.  *Moisture concerns are making an impact on spring planting on the Texas High Plains.  *The ongoing West Texas drought is having a big effect on the wheat crop there. *Last year’s drought had a big impact on Texas forage production.  *Copper toxicity can occur in preweaned calves.  *Enrollment in the Managed Lands Deer Program’s conservation option begins in a few days.