NCGA: In Texas, Water Issues Remain Central To Grower Prosperity

During a recent meeting that brought state and national staff together, the National Corn Growers Association’s “Off the Cob” series caught up with Texas Corn Producers Board and Corn Producers Association of Texas Executive Director David Gibson for an update on corn related activities in his state.

At that time, Gibson spoke about planting progress which, notably, has increased significantly since the interview. In the May 24 USDA Crop Progress Report, Texas planting progress was nearing completion with 96 percent of the total acres planted.

Gibson explained that state and local water management issues are key for growers across the state. With over two-thirds of the Texas crop grown under irrigation, the policies legislators are forming now will affect production for the next five to ten years. Additionally, Gibson noted that the water management decisions will affect not only corn growers, but also the state’s entire agricultural industry.

To listen to the full interview, click here.

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