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Category: Ag News
Apr 21
Possible House Farm Bill Debate Coming Last Week of April
The House is moving toward a full floor vote on the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (H.R. 7567), which passed out of the House Committee on Agriculture with bipartisan support on March 5, 2026. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson has expressed confidence that the bill will reach the House floor …
Apr 21
State Superintendent Lindel Fields Reacts to Literacy Bill
Senate Bill 1788 by Sen. Adam Pugh and House Speaker Kyle Hilbert was signed by the Governor today at a special ceremony held at John Rex Elementary. In attendance was State Superintendent Lindel Fields, who expressed strong support for the bipartisan legislation. “This is one of the strongest, most comprehensive literacy reform efforts in the …
Apr 21
OSU Extension tips for managing ticks and flies around cattle this spring
As Oklahoma enters the spring months, Dr. Jonathan Cammack, Oklahoma State University State Extension Specialist for livestock entomology and parasitology, offers tips for handling ticks and flies around cattle. Asian longhorned ticks Asian longhorned ticks were first documented in the state in 2024, with confirmed cases in Craig and Mayes Counties. With ticks present in bordering states like …
Apr 21
USDA Declares Drought Disaster for Oklahoma and Surrounding States, Opening Emergency Loan Access
Agricultural producers across Oklahoma and four neighboring states are now eligible for federal assistance following a Secretarial natural disaster designation by the United States Department of Agriculture. This designation triggers the availability of emergency credit through the Farm Service Agency for producers grappling with the impacts of severe and extreme drought. Emergency Loan Provisions The …
Apr 21
Under Armour Joins the Trust Protocol
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol (Trust Protocol) today announced that Under Armour, Inc. (NYSE: UA, UAA), a global leader in athletic performance apparel, footwear, and accessories, has joined its membership, strengthening efforts to advance more responsible, transparent cotton sourcing in the United States. This membership reflects Under Armour’s commitment to supporting the U.S. cotton farmers …
Apr 21
Ben Hale: Oklahoma Cattle Markets Stay Strong as Demand Holds Across the State
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 …
Apr 21
Oklahoma Wheat Crop Update for April 21, 2026
Behind every Oklahoma wheat field is a story most people never get to see. This year, that story has included dry planting conditions, drought, heat, grazing pressure and difficult decisions for farm families across the state. In places like Cotton County, some wheat has taken hit after hit — but it is still standing, still …
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