Feb 20
Addressing a capacity crowd at the 102nd Agricultural Outlook Forum, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins delivered a candid assessment of the American farm economy while detailing a rapid-response strategy to restore profitability to the sector and the path to Ag prosperity. Rollins described the current state of agriculture as “dire,” citing it as perhaps one …
Feb 20
Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) welcomed the announcement that U.S. beef exports will now have duty-free access to Indonesia. Gaining access to the Indonesian market, where U.S. beef has faced significant barriers, has been a priority for NCBA for years. As part of the trade deal, Indonesia will purchase at least 50,000 metric …
Feb 20
Oklahoma farmers and ranchers are facing a wide range of urgent challenges, from wildfire devastation to uncertainty surrounding farm policy, as former House Ag Committee Chair and current senior member of the House Ag Committee Congressman Frank Lucas joined Ron Hays for an in-depth conversation on the Oklahoma Farm Report. Lucas opened by addressing the …
Feb 20
With 300,000 acres already burned and wildfires still raging in Oklahoma and Kansas, Oklahoma State University Extension specialists are available for media interviews on topics related to livestock care. Experts are available to discuss topics such as tending to livestock after a wildfire, emergency cattle nutrition, documenting losses after disasters and carcass disposal. To schedule …
Feb 20
AFBF Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Ruling: American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down the administration’s use of tariffs. “America’s farmers understand the president’s efforts to use tariffs to create a more level playing field for U.S. goods, U.S. workers and the U.S. economy. Unfortunately, …
Feb 20
Wanting to donate hay to those impacted by Oklahoma wildfires? Please use caution before moving hay around Oklahoma to help prevent the spread of invasive fire ants! Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/hzewrkf9 While it may seem like a generous act to donate hay to fellow producers in need, transporting hay infested with Red Imported Fire Ants (RIFA) …
Feb 20
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is opening the enrollment period for the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) program, providing $11 billion in one-time bridge payments to row crop producers in response to temporary trade market disruptions and increased production costs. The FBA enrollment period opens Feb. 23 …
Feb 20
In a landmark 6-3 decision issued Friday morning, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the administration overstepped its constitutional authority by unilaterally imposing sweeping global tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The ruling, authored by Chief Justice John Roberts, effectively dismantles the “reciprocal” tariff framework established in 2025, which had placed duties …
Feb 20
In today’s beef buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with John Hutcheson, director of the beef cattle technical services team with Merck Animal Health, about a newly approved tool to help protect U.S. cattle from the threat of New World screwworm. The conversation took place on the trade show floor, where Hutcheson …
Feb 20
USMEF Statement on U.S.-Indonesia Agreement on Reciprocal TradeThe Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced on Thursday an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade between the United States and Indonesia. As detailed here, the agreement includes tremendous market access gains for U.S. red meat. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom issued this …
