Category: Ag News

Jan 17

USDA Introduces an E-Application for the 1890 National Scholars Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled a new e-application for the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program, which aims to encourage students at 1890s institutions to pursue food and agriculture career paths. For the first time, the new e-application for the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program allows young people around the country to complete and submit …

Jan 17

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture sets its federal policy focus for 2023

NASDA members, the state commissioners, secretaries and directors of agriculture, hand-selected seven issues to serve as the organization’s primary policy focus for 2023. They include the 2023 Farm Bill, animal health, environmental regulations, food production and the supply chain, food safety, international trade and workforce development. NASDA CEO Ted McKinney remarked on the timeliness and …

Jan 17

Genomic Testing Opens New Doors for Red Angus Breed

While EPDs have been utilized for many years, genomic EPDs offer a new world of opportunity to the beef cattle industry. Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, is back visiting with the Chief Executive Officer of the Red Angus Association, Tom Brink, about the value the Red Angus industry has found in genomics. Having the …

Jan 17

Preparing for Winter Calving with OSU’s Mark Johnson

Mark Johnson, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Breeding Specialist, offers herd health advice as part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner” published electronically by Dr. Peel, Mark Johnson, and Paul Beck. Today, Johnson is talking about getting ready for calving in the winter. Calving during the winter months can present …

Jan 17

OSU set to host 2023 Grape Management course

By Trisha Gedon When traveling across Oklahoma’s landscape, it’s easy to find wheat, cotton or corn fields, but if you look closely, you’ll spot agricultural land dedicated to growing grapes. Due to more Oklahomans venturing into the grape-growing arena, Oklahoma State University’s Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture will host the 2023 Grape Management course. …

Jan 17

NCBA Announces Policy Committee Leaders

Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) announced the appointment of key cattle industry leaders to serve on the association’s policy committees. The policy committees review, discuss, and vote on policy resolutions brought forward by NCBA members. These grassroots policies guide NCBA’s advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C. “Policy committee leaders play a crucial role in directing …

Jan 17

4th Driest January on the Books, but slight chances of Rain in the Forecast

According to State Climatologist Gary McManus says, there’s not a BIG chance, but there IS a chance for some rain in the next seven days, “The next seven days, even though there are at least a couple of chances for moisture tonight into tomorrow morning, and again over the early weekend with possibly some snow …

Jan 17

Global Clean Energy Joins National Sorghum Producers Industry Partner Program

National Sorghum Producers (NSP) is pleased to announce Global Clean Energy has joined the NSP Industry Partner program as a sponsor. “We are excited to add a new partner to our valued industry program with the addition of Global Clean Energy,” NSP Industry Relations Director Jamaca Battin said. “Camelina is a rotation option with sorghum …

Jan 17