Month: June 2024

Texas Electricity Demand Could Nearly Double In Six Years, Grid Operator Predicts

Texas Electricity Demand Could Nearly Double In Six Years, Grid Operator Predicts

Jun 20, 2024 |

Texas is facing a substantial increase in electricity demand driven by new laws allowing early grid connection counts and rising requests from data centers, hydrogen facilities, and electrifying industries. This surge, projected to nearly double current capacity by 2030 to meet a peak demand of 150 gigawatts, poses challenges in grid management and infrastructure development, prompting legislative scrutiny over oversight and priorities in energy consumption amidst concerns over reliability and cost. Efforts are underway to bolster generation capacity and expand transmission lines to accommodate this growth while exploring innovations in renewable energy and efficiency measures.

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Ted Cruz Leads Colin Allred By Double Digits In Latest UT Poll

Ted Cruz Leads Colin Allred By Double Digits In Latest UT Poll

Jun 20, 2024 | ,

According to a recent University of Texas poll, incumbent Ted Cruz holds an 11-point lead over Democratic challenger Colin Allred in Texas’ U.S. Senate race, with Cruz favored by 45% of respondents compared to Allred’s 34%. The survey also highlighted voter sentiment on key issues such as former President Trump’s legal troubles and concerns over Texas’ electric grid reliability, reflecting ongoing political dynamics ahead of the upcoming election.

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Keep Your Family Safe From Ticks

Keep Your Family Safe From Ticks

Jun 19, 2024 | ,

As warmer weather increases tick activity in Texas, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service urges outdoor enthusiasts to be vigilant. With 11 tick species in the state, including those that can transmit diseases like Lyme and Alpha-gal syndrome, precautions such as wearing light-colored clothing and checking pets and oneself after outdoor activities are essential. Keeping outdoor areas neat and consulting veterinarians for pet tick prevention can further reduce risks associated with these blood-feeding pests.

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Heat Makes For Sweet Watermelons, Very Good Yields

Heat Makes For Sweet Watermelons, Very Good Yields

Jun 18, 2024 |

Texas watermelon growers are experiencing a strong season with excellent yields and high-quality fruit, benefiting from favorable weather conditions in both the Rio Grande Valley and Winter Garden regions. Despite some price fluctuations, producers have enjoyed good market conditions leading up to the Fourth of July, with expectations of steady consumer demand. Overall, the season has been marked by robust production, enhanced by optimal heat for melon development and sufficient irrigation in key growing areas.

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How To Store Tomatoes

How To Store Tomatoes

Jun 18, 2024 |

Joe Masabni, an expert from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, advises on maximizing the flavor and longevity of tomatoes: pick them at the breaker stage for optimal ripening, store them on the counter with space for air circulation, and avoid refrigeration until fully ripe to preserve taste and texture. He also suggests using excess tomatoes in recipes like salsa or freezing them for future use to minimize waste and enjoy their fresh flavor.

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