- Optimizing Agricultural Labor and Rural Healthcare: A Discussion with Senator James LankfordMon May 4th, 2026 10:19:50 CDT
Optimizing Agricultural Labor and Rural Healthcare: A Discussion with Senator James LankfordIn a recent interview conducted by Farm Director KC Sheperd at Senator James Lankford’s Washington, D.C. office, the discussion centered on the critical intersection of immigration reform, rural healthcare funding, and the upcoming Farm Bill. This conversation highlighted legislative efforts to stabilize Oklahoma’s agricultural ...Read more… - USDA Under Secretary Richard Fordyce Provides Update on Agricultural Programs at NAFB Washington WatchMon May 4th, 2026 11:44:57 CDT
In a comprehensive update at the NAFB Washington Watch event, USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, Richard Fordyce, detailed the progress and future of several key agricultural programs, highlighting the significant impact they are having on farmers across the country. Fordyce, a Missouri farmer himself, emphasized the USDA’s commitment to supporting producers through ...Read more… - Investing in the Bioeconomy: A Priority for the Corn Refiners AssociationMon May 4th, 2026 10:58:09 CDT
The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) and the Plant Based Products Council (PBCC) are leading the charge in Washington, D.C., to advocate for policies that bolster the U.S. bioeconomy. Danielle Beck, representing both organizations, recently met with Maci Carter of the Oklahoma Farm Report to discuss the industry’s legislative priorities, emphasizing the critical role of domestic ...Read more…
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Beef Buzz
- Dr. Dave Lalman on Selecting Efficient Heifers for Forage-Based Herds Mon May 4th, 2026 9:41:00 CDTIn today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Professor and Extension Beef Cattle Specialist at Oklahoma State University, Dr. Dave Lalman, who shares practical strategies for identifying more efficient replacement heifers that can thrive in forage-based systems. Sorting Heifers for Forage Efficiency Lalman says producers can take a hands-on approach to identifying ...Read more...
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