Jan 16
At the Oklahoma Sorghum Producers meeting in Enid, Oklahoma, Associate Farm Editor, Reagan Calk, got the chance to visit with Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture, Blayne Arthur, about what she looks forward to in her next term as Secretary of Ag and adding value to commodities in Oklahoma. “Very excited to be working with Governor Stitt …
Jan 16
An important part of the regenerative ranching process is regenerative grazing. The use of livestock grazing is an important part of the ecological process to improve soil health and plant diversity. In starting this process, you might be asking yourself “What do I need to get started with regenerative grazing?” Regenerative grazing is first and …
Jan 16
The annual Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show brings producers and their families from across the country together for education, entertainment and engagement. This year’s event, Feb. 1-3 in New Orleans, also provides an opportunity for the industry’s youth to gather, learn and share ideas. To encourage young producers to participate, there will be …
Jan 16
Oklahoma County Farm Bureau donated $5,000 to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma on Jan. 12. The food bank distributes food and provides other resources to 53 counties in central and western Oklahoma through more than 1,300 partner agencies. “For every dollar donated, we can turn that into four meals for an Oklahoman living with hunger,” said …
Jan 16
Statewide Discussion: Dry conditions persist along with above normal temperatures and breezy conditions under clearing skies over dormant fuels. While fire danger continues across Oklahoma, peak burning conditions will be abbreviated. The greatest alignment of fire danger indices today will reside in southwestern Oklahoma. Precipitation chances enter the forecast Tuesday evening although potential amounts across …
Jan 16
Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, is visiting with the Chief Executive Officer of the Red Angus Association, Tom Brink, about the value of the Red Angus breed alone, and when it comes to crossbreeding. Red Angus showed up and showed out at the 2023 Cattlemen’s Congress, as the breed won Supreme Bull, shown …
Jan 16
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy continues to serve as a powerful source of inspiration and a catalyst for action for the American people. Today, people of all backgrounds in our Nation carry forth his dream: to bring justice where there is injustice, freedom where there is oppression, peace where there is violence, and …
Jan 16
Dr. Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist, offers his economic analysis of the beef cattle industry as part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner” published electronically by Dr. Peel and Mark Johnson. Today, Dr. Peel talks about winter hay stocks. Two years of drought have severely depleted U.S. hay …
Jan 16
Attorney General Gentner Drummond today announced the addition of key leaders to the Oklahoma Office of Attorney General (OAG) and outlined various structural changes to the operations of the office. Newly hired leaders include General Counsel Rob Johnson; Chief of the Criminal Division, Jimmy Harmon; Chief of the Civil Division, Stacy Morey; Solicitor General Garry …
Jan 16
Below is a statement from Ranking Member David Scott on his priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill. “During my time as Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, we conducted numerous hearings to review the 2018 Farm Bill and improvements that we can make in the 2023 Farm Bill.” “Additionally, we hosted five farm bill listening …
