Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association offers an update on wildfire conditions in the state

Texas producers continue assessing damage as they cope with the largest wildfire in state history.
It has taken a toll on pastureland across the panhandle, which is a key cattle-producing region.

President of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, Arthur Uhl spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on the current status of the fires, the impact to cattle producers, and relief efforts underway.

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