Farm policy debates are reaching a critical stage in Washington, and House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson says the 2026 Farm Bill is moving through one of the busiest legislative weeks of the year. Speaking with farm broadcasters, Thompson outlined where the bill stands, addressed key amendment fights, and discussed issues ranging from E15 …
Category: Ag News
Apr 29
Dairy Management Inc. Board Launches Search for New CEO
Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) today announced the formal launch of its search for a new president and chief executive officer, following the announced planned retirement of CEO Barbara O’Brien later this year. The DMI Board of Directors has engaged ZRG Partners, a top ten global talent advisory firm, to support a comprehensive and inclusive search …
Apr 29
NCBA’s Sigrid Johannes Warns Against Regulatory Patchwork as New World Screwworm Moves North
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from farm director KC Shepards ‘ conversation this week at Washington Watch with the Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Sigrid Johannes, who says the cattle industry must stay focused on preparation and coordination as concerns grow …
Apr 29
Farm Bill 2.0: Navigating the Future of Agricultural Credit with Farm Credit
The agricultural landscape is reaching a critical turning point as producers across the country await the passage of Farm Bill 2.0, a legislative package designed to modernize financial tools for the next generation of farmers. In a recent conversation, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Christy Seyfert, President and CEO of the Farm Credit …
Apr 29
Fertilizer Prices: A Recent Price Spike but a Longer-Term Issue that Impacts Marketing Decisions
Fertilizer is a significant input in the production of row crops for farmers that can quickly disrupt previously calculated break-even levels and marketing decisions. Since the production of fertilizer – especially nitrogen fertilizer – depends on natural gas, it is also very closely tied to oil market activities. There has been much attention in the …
Apr 29
USDA and EXIM Announce Historic Partnership to Put American Farmers First and Boost Exports
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an expanded partnership with the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) to increase domestic agricultural production and exports, while reducing the agricultural trade deficit. Alongside this partnership, USDA is formally launching the Financial Assurance to Revitalize Markets, or FARM, Initiative, a comprehensive effort to strengthen and modernize …
Apr 29
Introducing Jaxton Staggs of the Purcell FFA, Your 2026 Central Area Star in Agricultural Production
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four categories – Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star …
Apr 29
Cow Calf Corner Paul Vining & Paul Beck: Making the Cut: Why Timing and Method Matter in Castrating Bull Calves
Castration remains one of the most important management practices in beef production, yet the timing and method continue to generate discussion among producers. Castration is a key component of calf preconditioning programs, which are designed to reduce stress, improve health, and enhance performance after calves leave the ranch of origin. Allowing adequate healing time following …
Apr 29
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.
Apr 29
Feeder Steers Mostly Higher, Feeder Heifers Steady to Higher at Beaver Livestock Auction
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