Today, in Lubbock, Texas, President Trump and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced EPA’s latest proposal to revise the Biden EPA’s oil and natural gas regulations under the Clean Air Act (CAA), commonly known as OOOOb/c. The proposal is expected to save $45 billion in costs to consumers and businesses, including families and …
Category: Ag News
Oct 28
USDA Opens New Research Facility to Strengthen Water Efficiency and Agricultural Productivity in the Southwest
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) today announced the opening of the Southwest Watershed Research Center (SWRC) in Tucson, Arizona. This state-of-the-art facility will provide innovative solutions for water, plants, and soil agricultural challenges in the American Southwest. “America’s farmers and ranchers need practical solutions that help them produce more and …
Oct 28
Oklahoma Agricultural Producers and Agritourism Destinations Welcome Visitors for Autumn Festivities
As cooler breezes arrive and harvest season hits full swing across the state, Oklahoma agricultural producers are opening their gates to welcome families, schools, and travelers eager to celebrate fall. Across every region of the state, working farms and ranches have transformed into community destinations offering corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides, and farm-fresh goods. For …
Oct 28
Wednesday Preopening Market Update with Dave Lanning
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Oct 27
Ranchers Support DOI Secretarial Order to Streamline Grazing
Today, Interior Secretary Burgum signed a Secretarial Order (SO) directing the Department of the Interior (DOI) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to increase grazing access, promote healthy rangelands, and help reduce catastrophic wildfires on public lands. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and the Public Lands Council (PLC) support streamlining grazing access to …
Oct 27
Ben Hale: Oklahoma Cattle Markets See Strong Demand as Feeder Steer Prices Climb
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
Oct 27
Oklahoma Lakes See Regional Boost Following Heavy Rainfall, Western Reservoirs Still Lag
Recent heavy rainfall across Oklahoma brought a welcome rebound to several major reservoirs and lakes across the state, though persistent long-term moisture deficits mean water levels in central and western bodies of water continue to sit well below conservation pool. The widespread storm system delivered significant runoff to northeastern and north-central watersheds, pushing several key …
Oct 27
Former U.S. Army Major Jim Hartman Honored With Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence
The American Farm Bureau Federation, with support from Farm Credit, recognized James “Jim” Hartman, a former U.S. Army major from North Carolina, with the Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence during the Farmer Veteran Stakeholders Conference. The award honors veterans and service members who demonstrate excellence in agriculture while making a positive impact in their communities. …
Oct 27
Livestock Publications Council to Host OSU Risk Mitigation Panel at Regional Workshop in Stillwater
The Livestock Publications Council (LPC) will host its Regional Workshop on November 6–7, 2026, on the campus of Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Highlighting the event is a Saturday, November 7 Newsmaker Panel focused on “Understanding and Mitigating Risks,” designed to provide agricultural writers, communicators, and media professionals with fresh story ideas and critical …
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