Central Texas Remains in a Serious Drought Even After Recent Rains | The Fayette County Record

Central Texas Remains in a Serious Drought Even After Recent Rains | The Fayette County Record

Though recent rains raised levels in lakes Buchanan and Travis by several feet, Central Texas remains in a persistent, serious drought and water conservation remains vitally important to preserve the region’s water supply.

Drought, wind and low prices challenge West Texas cotton farmer - Texas Farm Bureau

By Shelby Shank Field Editor Cotton farmer Josh Tunnell of Lenorah is hoping for rain and relief from years of unrelenting drought. This season, Tunnell planted 1,300 acres of cotton, but his crop is already weeks behind. “It’s really far behind right now,” he said. “We’ve been in one of the few areas that didn’t get the rain we needed to get our crop started. The cotton is probably three or four weeks behind where it should be right now.” One t…