Apr 14
Nearly everything a person buys comes with an instruction manual. There are directions on how to put it together, how to operate it and maybe even some safety guidelines. For Oklahomans who have been hesitant to try gardening because they don’t know how, think of Oklahoma State University Extension as a gardening instruction manual. There are literally …
Apr 14
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol announced today that Walmart, a global retail powerhouse, has joined the program. Walmart’s membership marks an important moment for the retail industry, significantly scaling the impact of sustainable cotton sourcing and reinforcing the company’s focus on regeneration and transparency in its supply chain. As a member of the Trust Protocol, …
Apr 14
Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Assistant Administrator for Water Jess Kramer launched a new initiative called PFAS OUTreach—or PFAS OUT. This new effort proactively works with communities and water systems to reduce exposure to PFOA and PFOS in drinking water, years ahead of compliance with federal regulatory requirements. The initiative is central to EPA’s …
Apr 14
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announces payments under the 2026 Pima Agriculture Cotton Trust Fund and the 2026 Agriculture Wool Apparel Manufacturers Trust Fund. The U.S. textile industry has historically enjoyed strong support and assistance from the U.S. Government; however, various trade agreements and other unfair practices during the last 20 years have resulted in …
Apr 14
Farm policy, property taxes, water rights and rural priorities were all front and center as Oklahoma Farm Report Farm Director KC Sheperd visited with Scott Blubaugh, president of AFR, during AFR Day at the Capitol. Blubaugh said the annual event is one of the organization’s most important opportunities to connect grassroots members directly with lawmakers. …
Apr 14
Over the years I have seen many grazing operations in many parts of the country. I have seen places that never seem to grow as much grass as they should, and I have seen places that always seem to have lots of grass. Likewise, I have seen places that have been hurt by the extreme …
Apr 14
In this week’s Oklahoma Wheat Commission crop update, Ashleigh Faris with Oklahoma State University shares what wheat producers need to be watching right now across the state. Faris walks through current field conditions, including increasing aphid and mite activity, overall pest pressure, and how ongoing drought is continuing to impact crop development. With Oklahoma wheat …
Apr 14
Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin, U.S. Secretary of the Department of Interior (DOI) Doug Burgum, and U.S. Secretary of the Department of Energy (DOE) Chris Wright participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for the Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) Pipeline. This pipeline, of Williams Companies, will transport natural gas from Pennsylvania into New …
Apr 14
Oklahomans are waking up to a heavy, humid atmosphere as the state prepares for significant Oklahoma severe storms and a giant hail risk today. State Climatologist Gary McManus noted the shift in the air this morning, remarking that it already feels like the peak of storm season. “One of THOSE days, when you wake up in the …
