Texas Farmers and Ranchers face another summer

 Yes, it seems that Texas farmers and ranchers are facing a tough situation this year, as drought and heat are affecting their crops and livestock. According to the web search results, Texas just recorded its second hottest summer on record, with an average temperature of 85.3 degrees between June and the end of August1 This follows a prolonged drought that has been affecting West Texas since last August, and some areas for much longer2

The drought and heat are threatening the water supplies, soil quality, and crop yields of many farmers, especially those who grow cotton, corn, and soybeans. Some farmers are relying on irrigation systems to keep their crops alive, but they are also facing higher costs and limited water availability. Others are trying to adapt to the changing conditions by planting different crops, using conservation practices, or seeking alternative sources of income23

The drought and heat are also posing challenges for ranchers, who have to deal with limited feed availability, heat stress, and increased risk of disease and parasites for their cattle. Some ranchers are reducing their herd size, selling their animals, or moving them to other locations. Others are supplementing their feed, providing shade and water, or using genetic selection to breed more heat-tolerant cattle24

The drought and heat are not only affecting the farmers and ranchers, but also the consumers, the environment, and the economy. The reduced agricultural production could lead to higher food prices, lower quality, and less variety. The increased water use and land degradation could worsen the environmental problems, such as groundwater depletion, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss. The economic losses could affect the income, employment, and well-being of many people who depend on the agricultural sector234

Therefore, Texas farmers and ranchers are facing a difficult and uncertain future, as drought and heat are making their work harder and riskier. They are trying to cope and adapt to the situation, but they also need more support and assistance from the government, the industry, and the public. They also need more research and innovation to develop more resilient and sustainable agricultural practices234

1: Texas just recorded its second hottest summer on record 2: West Texas farmers and ranchers fear the worst as drought, heat near 2011 records 3: Texas will face driest conditions of the last 1,000 years 4: Texas Farmers and Ranchers Challenged by Drought, Economy

BARRETT MOTORS.COM

Hey, all you great people who are looking for a good place to invest in your next car/truck!  Here, it is.........easy to find, at several North Texas locations, BARRETT MOTORS!  You may need to find one with credit help, or just interested in getting quality sales and service for your bucks!

A good pre-owned car/truck, is exactly what they specialize in and you won't be disappointed!

I needed help with my credit, and you wouldn't believe the help that I was given to get me in my new pre-owned Chevy Captiva!  First of all go to their website  barrettmotors.com   and do some looking around.  You won't believe the inventory they have for you to choose from.  Be it pickup or car, they've got it and I can't stress the value of service you will receive.  I suggest calling Dario Heritage or Carlos at 972-475-1080 and having a talk about the vehicle you are interested in seeing.  Make an appointment and go by, test drive it, maybe even try more than one while your there.  They, will tell you exactly how and when you can get your vehicle financed.  Dario, was my salesman and he made every effort to get my car financed.  When it came to make that extra special effort, he referred me to his manager Carlos, to get a better deal, than he could offer.  Well, that's exactly what happened, and I am now the proud owner of my Chevy Captiva!  It comes with a 6 month limited warranty, free roadside assistance for 1 year and you won't believe the service you get from their Service Center. 

 

As with any pre-owned car you will have some small flaws.  Believe me when I say:  The service center will take care of them for you and most of the work while in the 1st 30 days, is made to you free.  Mike Ellis, Service Mgr. and Gloria are great to work with and will get the job done fast and efficiently.  You can't go wrong with Barrett Motors!  I PROMISE!  Tell them Nita Martinez sent you.........

My Demise

 

No entrance to my drive way for awhile......it's started on our side of the street and it's a mess.....

More Cement Trucks

 

Well, this is the 3rd time that cement trucks have come down our street, in the last two weeks.

It's being delivered down the street, and I haven't gotten out in the cold weather today, so I don't know what it's going to ......?

Out In The Cold

 

Here's two videos of the firemen working on the tractor trailer fire, on I35 today.

Lime?

 

Last week they poured lime into the soil, then they drove back and forth with heavy equipment, packing it into the ground..........shook the whole house, every time they went by.

Deep Trench

A Water Line Break?

Eyecare/Southern

It's almost ready and Dr. Munn with her office troop, are itching to get moved.  Yes, she has her new building being built out on CR 35 near the high school.  The name will change from "Eyecare of Royse City", to "Southern Eyecare of Royse City".  I asked her why the change in name, and she responded to the fact that they are moving out to the country, and they are southern girls.  Either way, you will always get expert care from her and her crew.  Drive out CR 35 south, just past the housing edition and check out her new office building on the right side of the road.

Street Construction

 

So, it begins.........the complete reconstruction and development of our street, approved by the City of Royse.  They have been out here the last two months surveying and setting up markers for the utilities in the area and now they have begun work on the the sewer and water lines excavation, that will be necessary to perform for the new installation of each service.  The east side of Wood St., is being phased in first.  I wait to see what they will do with the big tree out front in my yard, if they work up in the yard as they are doing, in the yard in this picture.  This one's going to take a long time!

GO COWBOY'S

How do you remain committed when injuries steal your chances for success?

Sean Lee knows all too well & is determined to #FinishThisFight pic.twitter.com/v67qfDedqJ

— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) January 8, 2017

Holiday's

Our town, is growing and so is the population.........it's gone through quite a change in a year's time.  Now, all the holiday events have taken place, with the Christmas parade, last weekend.  So, now Royse City, Tx, will start a new year, with all the trimmings.... :) !

The Chase in Texas

 

It's the Texas Motor Speedway, this weekend for the "Chase".

The New One

Remember that horrible day when Big Tex went up in smoke?  Well, that scene brought tears to many eyes of the native Texans.  Today, we have what you call an updated Fair Park area.  Have a look around.......
The theme this year is "Passport to Texas".

State Fair of Texas 2015

September is just around the corner and along with it comes the "State Fair of Texas" with our featured member, "BIG TEX".

Coming soon..............

This video is from 2012, just to give you some ideas of the fun, food and entertainment to be found there.

Another Hot One

Here is the beginning of another hot day in Texas.  It's 9:30am and already 83* degrees with clear skies and the humidity 47%.  A 6 mph wind won't help much simply because of the heat.  Hot wind in your face is just as bad as a furnace.
If you look at the ground that was saturated back in May with rain, today it is cracked and dry.  The grass that hasn't been watered, is turning yellow and the leaves are starting to drop from the trees.  It's for certain that August is going to be a hot month, with this week's predictions of 100* degree temps showing throughout.  Here goes the electric bill again this month and I fear it will be higher than last month's.

Progress in Royse City, TX

 

Looking ahead of us while taking the detour to the freeway, we can see the new bridge being developed.

 

As we are going down the street, we look to the right and see the excavation in full progress to build our coming Walmart and other businesses.

 

After standing here several years, taunting us, it finally has a real meaning.

 

Soon the tanks for gasoline will get installed for the "USA Murphy's"  gas stop and convenience store.  Finally some cheap gas that we won't have to drive all the way to Rockwall, TX to buy.

 

Me as well as the rest of the local residents are eagerly waiting for this to get build, so we can get decent groceries and other needed items at a decent price, without having to drive to other towns for these services.  It will also create new jobs for our community and give more volume to the resources of our town.

Texas Star Ferris Wheel Ride

2014 Shooting for the Stars

Computer Safety

Try this for your computer's safety, today.............