East Texas farmers experiencing one of the toughest years on record
Sustained triple-digit heat has forced many to cease production for the season.
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Sustained triple-digit heat has forced many to cease production for the season.
East Texas farmers say they lost 35% of their profits this year.
East Texas farmers facing major setbacks Farmers say the winter storm and May showers have shortened the harvest season by more than a month. Author: Shandel Menezes Updated: 8:15 AM CDT July 14, 2021 TYLER, Texas — If you enjoy locally grown produce, your window to stock up is closing. Dennis Oefinger with the veggie stand says that the weather in East Texas set him back big time. "As far as crop loss, we probably lost over 50% of our onions, 60% of our potatoes,” he said. He’s started to regain his footing but said that if there’s one more summer heat...