*A south Texas cattlemen testified before a congressional subcommittee last week on the damage illegal immigration is causing to his cattle operation.  *The outlook for Texas pork producers for the rest of this year is not very bright.  *Texas cotton crop ratings are slowly declining.  *If you’re a farmer, it’s likely that someone is going to offer you a carbon contract.  *Range and pasture conditions across Texas are suffering due to the heat and drought.  *It is still hot and dry in Central Texas.  *It’s common for horses to develop lacerations on the back side of the pastern.  *The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has implemented emergency rules to address Chronic Wasting Disease.