Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Texas Panhandle wildfire agriculture losses costliest in state history

By Blair Fannin Texas A&M University

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COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas A&M University AgriLife Extension Service economists project the Panhandle wildfires caused $123 million in preliminary agricultural losses, making it the costliest on record.

More than 1.2 million acres burned beginning Feb. 26, making it the largest wildfire in Texas history. The losses include more than 12,000 cattle deaths, lost grazing values and fence repair costs, according to economists. The initial loss estimates span from February through the middle of March.

“AgriLife Extension continues to be committed in providing resources needed for landowners, livestock producers and individuals impacted from this historic. . .

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