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Congressman Frank Lucas (OK-03) today released the following statement after the House Republican Steering Committee and House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson announced t…
Category: Ag News
Jan 16
Chairman Thompson Announces Agriculture Committee Roster for 118th Congress
Today, the House Republican Steering Committee selected the Republican members who will serve on the House Committee on Agriculture for the 118th Congress. Following the announcement, Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson, Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture, issued the following statement: “I welcome this diverse group of legislators to the House Committee on Agriculture for …
Jan 16
Register for Oklahoma Local Ag Summit 2023
For the ninth year, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry in partnership with the ONIE Project will be hosting an educational packed summit for local ag. The Oklahoma Local Agriculture Summit, formerly called the Oklahoma Farmers Market and Agritourism Conference, is taking place February 27 – March 2 at the Stoney Creek Hotel. The …
Jan 16
Ag Secretary Blayne Arthur Looking Forward to Increased Opportunities for Oklahoma Commodities
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
10 Things You Should Do To Get Started With Regenerative Grazing
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
Free NCBA Trade Show Admission for FFA Members
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 Donates $5,000 to Food Bank
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
While fire danger continues across Oklahoma, peak burning conditions will be Abbreviated
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
Red Angus Remains an Exceptional Stand-Alone Breed while Complementing Other Breeds Through Crossbreeding
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
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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 …
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