*Texas researchers have received a $300,000 grant from USDA to study one of the most costly disease in the cattle industry. *Harvest continues across Texas.*Parts of the Texas Panhandle have missed out on recent rains.*Animal rights activists are targeting the farm bill. *Recent rains in Central Texas are improving pastures and helping early planted oats.*There’s a new rule for sanctioned horse shows from AQHA. *Duck hunting to open soon on High Plains Mallard Management Unit.