*Feeding cattle can be profitable, but it takes some work.    *Some Texas universities are getting money from USDA to attract Hispanic students.   *Texas cotton crop conditions have improved slightly.   *Many Texas High Plains farmers had to deal with an insufficient supply of water during this year’s growing season.   *The Texas FFA travel team is crisscrossing the state.   *USDA has released its interim report on competition and fair practices in meat merchandising.   *Several Texas farms and ranches were recognized for being in operation for over a hundred years.   *Low heels and long toes is a common problem in horses.