Aug 17
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the U.S. Trade Representative establishing a dispute panel in Mexico’s biotech corn import ban. “AFBF appreciates U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai for her continued commitment to ensuring Mexico lives up to its responsibilities under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement by allowing fair trade from the United …
Aug 17
The U.S. Trade Representative today requested a panel formation under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement over Mexico’s decision to ban imports of biotech corn used for human consumption. Leaders at the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) said they are highly supportive of the move. “Mexico’s decree, which runs counter to scientific findings and is in direct violation of USMCA, is …
Aug 17
Background: United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai today announced the United States is formally requesting a dispute panel with the Government of Mexico under the Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS) Chapter of the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) to address genetically modified (GMO) corn restrictions by Mexico contrary to its USMCA commitments. In a press release …
Aug 17
Last Thursday, the Women In Agriculture and Small Business Conference was hosted in Edmond, Oklahoma. At the conference, Dr. Courtney Bir talked about Business Management and Strategic Planning. Radio Oklahoma Ag Network Intern, Maci Carter, had the opportunity to talk to Dr. Bir about understanding the value of a small business, the needs, and desires …
Aug 17
By Alisa Boswell-Gore Oklahoma State University Agriculture will kick off its fall season of field day events with the Panhandle Crops & Forages Field Day in Eva, Oklahoma. The event will be held 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 31 at the OSU McCaull Research and Demonstration Farm where producers will learn about regenerative agriculture, …
Aug 17
U.S. rice producers and exporters stand to benefit from India’s recent decision to ban exports of white rice, as global demand for U.S. rice is expected to rise. Increased demand will temporarily lift prices for U.S. rice producers and the industry is well-positioned to meet higher demand for exports. However, the short-term benefits of India’s …
Aug 17
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the World Trade Organization ruling that China had no right to issue retaliatory tariffs on U.S. exports five years ago in response to U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum. “AFBF is pleased that the WTO dispute panel ruled against China’s imposition of unjust retaliatory tariffs …
Aug 17
The 39th Annual Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Ranch Rodeo is coming up on August 18 & 19 at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma. 12 historic Oklahoma ranch teams will compete in the rodeo in six different events comprised of work that makes up day-to-day ranch jobs. Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, talks with Executive Vice President of …
Aug 17
To view the Oklahoma Drought Map, click here. According to the latest Oklahoma Drought Monitor, exceptional drought remains at zero percent, unchanged from the past few weeks. Extreme drought or worse is unchanged from last week’s 1.60 percent. Severe drought or worse has improved slightly from last week’s 5.84 percent and is now sitting at 5.35 percent. Moderate drought …
Aug 17
” Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are the eyes and ears of your car. They use sensors and cameras to detect potential hazards, warn drivers, and can take corrective action automatically. These safety systems are common on new vehicles, and they have the potential to save lives by preventing crashes – but how many? New …
