*The annual Cattle Industry Convention is underway in San Antonio.  

*There are new updates to the Beef Quality Assurance program.  

*Texas dairy farmers produced more milk last quarter.  

*JBS USA announced a $150 million expansion project at its Cactus, Texas beef processing plant.  

*Ag groups are urging Congress to pass a new Farm Bill.  

*Having a diversified operation is an advantage when it comes to dealing with wild swings in the markets.  

*The Coastal Bend missed out on any significant rainfall over the past couple of weeks.  

*Injecting equine joints with cortisone is common.