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NEW! Scenic Trail Retreat features 8± acres and showcases a custom home with a split floor plan, soaring vaulted ceilings, and polished concrete floors. At its heart is a well-appointed kitchen with wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a center island, and an eat-in breakfast bar—perfect for cooking, gathering, and entertaining. Large windows frame panoramic hilltop views, and a back deck offers the ideal spot to relax and enjoy colorful Hill Country sunsets.

NEW! Wedding Oak Winery and Wedding Oak Estate Vineyards and Homestead are more than properties—it's an extraordinary opportunity to own a cornerstone of Texas wine culture. Rooted in tradition and inspired by the iconic 400-year-old Wedding Oak Tree, this turnkey winery and vineyard is a celebration of community, connection, and the rich heritage of Texas.

REDUCED! Twin Mountain Ranch showcases spectacular-unobstructed 360° views that stretch for miles across the rolling hills of Comfort and the surrounding Hill Country! The 5± acre headquarters is fully high-fenced and features a custom-built home with an inviting and functional layout, three bedrooms, and three-and-a-half bathrooms, blending comfort and elegance. Whether you’re on the porch, walking the land, or simply gazing out from the home's large windows, the scenery is absolutely breathtaking. The diverse terrain provides both dramatic elevation changes and gently rolling pastures, making this property feel expansive and secluded at the same time. Sunrises and sunsets here are truly unforgettable, with golden light cascading across the hills, offering a constantly changing and awe-inspiring backdrop.

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Rain is a good thing...we're praying it continues! Texas has seen recent rainfall which has helped the state avoid serious drought concerns. The state is experiencing a lower percentage of exceptional drought conditions at 14.03%. Extreme drought conditions have also decreased to 22.41% statewide. Stay informed about current water conditions.

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New Vaccine Created to Protect Cattle from Tick-Borne Disease

Researchers at the University of Missouri are developing a vaccine to protect cattle from anaplasmosis

Researchers at the University of Missouri are developing a vaccine to protect cattle from anaplasmosis.

The vaccine is the first proven to protect cattle from the devastating tick-borne cattle disease.

Bovine anaplasmosis causes hundreds of millions of dollars in economic losses nationwide each year and nearly $1 billion in losses worldwide, primarily due to reduced cattle production, treatment costs and deaths, according to the researchers.

“Ranchers need to be vigilant for signs of anaplasmosis, especially when tick populations and other vector insects are high,” said Tracy Tomascik, TFB associate director of Commodity and Regulatory Activities. “The disease can reduce performance of cattle and lead to death.”

Anaplasmosis is a blood cell parasite of cattle with a worldwide distribution. Transmission is highest during heavy tick and fly seasons. Severe outbreaks can occur when naïve animals are moved into an endemic area or carrier animals are moved into a herd in a nonendemic area.

“Naïve cattle are particularly vulnerable to anaplasmosis, so this vaccine can help reduce, and hopefully eliminate, the harmful effects in areas where the disease is endemic,” Tomascik said.

Infected cattle become anemic, weak, lethargic, lose their appetite and run a fever.

Animals showing signs of anaplasmosis should be treated with appropriate antibiotics as soon as possible.

“A veterinarian can help assess a herd’s exposure to the disease and provide direction to ranchers to help reduce the potential for vectors like ticks to transmit the disease,” Tomascik said.

The vaccine has been proven to give immunized cattle protection against bovine anaplasmosis for at least a month, and the researchers plan to conduct additional studies to determine how long the genetically modified pathogen can provide immunity for cattle.

“There is currently no effective, widely available vaccine for the disease, and cattle farmers are very worried about the disease harming or killing their cattle. We want to help farmers in Missouri and around the world and are working hard to come up with a viable solution,” said Roman Ganta, a Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine professor, Bond Life Sciences Center researcher and lead researcher for the study that created the vaccine.

Although the disease is not as common as it used to be, it is still important to take precautions.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension offers an online guide to anaplasmosis.