*Texas A&M researchers continue to learn more about avian influenza in dairy cattle.  

*The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is accepting comments on the proposed heat illness standard.  

*U.S. beef exports were higher in July. 

*Pasture management is making a difference on some Texas High Plains ranches.  

*Congress is back in Washington D.C. and farm groups are pushing for action on a Farm Bill.  

*The West Texas Fair and Rodeo in Abeline is attracting competitors and visitors from around the country.  

*Coastal Bend farmers and ranchers are looking forward to better weather this month.  

*This is the time of year to be concerned about salt toxicity in livestock.