May 04
Since it began in 1916, the National Milk Producers Federation has been the premier voice for dairy farmers and the cooperatives they own in Washington, offering federal-level and expertise that best serve our members. But Washington isn’t the only, or often even the most important, place where policies originate that affect dairy farmers. State legislatures and regulators take actions that often have implications nationwide — and …
May 04
Jennifer Patterson of Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension, provides advice for horse owners on how to make sure their pastures are ready for grazing. We talk a bit about uniqueness of Oklahoma but her advice is applicable to all horse owners! Listen here
May 04
Since 1952, Oklahoma has welcomed high school students from across the United States to the National Land and Range Judging Contest. This national contest now averages over 700 participants each year. The contest consists of three separate events – land judging, range judging, and homesite judging. Land judging examines soil characteristics to assess its quality …
May 04
The end of the 2026 Oklahoma legislative session is on the horizon as lawmakers enter the last few weeks of work at the state Capitol. With the sine die deadline just under a month away, bills are making their way through the legislative process on the opposite side of the rotunda from which they began. …
May 04
In 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 …
May 04
In the first article of this series, we explored how farmers describe their relationships with lenders, identifying three general types: trusting and collaborative, strained and tense, and transactional and unstable. In the second article, we discussed the challenges that can disrupt or strain the farmer lender relationship. In this final article, we address the question …
May 04
This week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin wrapped up congressional testimony before three committees regarding EPA’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. Throughout all three hearings, Administrator Zeldin corrected many absurd claims from congressional Democrats attempting to dismiss or outright lie about the agency’s historic achievements since President Trump entered office. Administrator Zeldin …
May 04
Oklahoma’s cattle industry will take center stage tomorrow, May 5, as producers from across the state gather at the State Capitol for the annual Beef Day at the Capitol. This high-visibility event serves as a critical bridge between the ranching community and state lawmakers, providing a platform to discuss the economic and cultural impact of …
May 04
Wildfires have burned significant acreage in the Oklahoma Panhandle in recent days, with impacted land in the region exceeding 300,000 acres. With more high-fire-danger days ahead, American Farmers & Ranchers Mutual Insurance Company (AFR Insurance), Oklahoma Farm Bureau (OKFB) and Oklahoma Farm Bureau Insurance have teamed up to help the fire departments working tirelessly to …
May 04
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 …
