Category: Ag News
Apr 01
Oklahoma Grazing School Aims to Improve Forage Management and Ranch Sustainability
As interest in forage production and long-term ranch sustainability continues to grow, Oklahoma State University Extension is stepping in to fill an important educational gap for producers. Michael Trammell says in a recent conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport, the Oklahoma Grazing School was created because “it was kind of a gap in some …
Apr 01
Making Every Drop Count: Midwest Dairy Releases 2025 Annual Report
Midwest Dairy released its 2025 Annual Report, demonstrating a strong year of progress building trust and demand on behalf of dairy farmers. Projects and activations drove dairy demand and expanded consumer trust in 2025. Campaigns across retail, convenience stores, and coffee chains generated more than 4 million incremental pounds of milk sales while reaching millions …
Apr 01
Caldwell County district attorney receives top prosecutor award
Caldwell County District Attorney Fred Weber was named the 2025 Prosecutor of the Year by Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association (TSCRA) during the annual Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo held March 27-29 in Fort Worth. The award recognizes district attorneys who demonstrate strong commitment to prosecuting livestock and agricultural crimes and supporting Special Ranger …
Apr 01
Crisis simulations to headline 2026 Summit
When activist campaigns or viral moments erupt, the difference between chaos and control comes down to preparation. At the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2026 Stakeholders Summit, public affairs and communications experts will guide attendees through crisis workshops and drills to pressure test their plans before an emergency strikes. The 2026 Summit, themed “High Steaks: Navigating Pressure …
Apr 01
National Sorghum Producers Opens Applications for 2026 Board of Directors
National Sorghum Producers has opened applications for the 2026 board of directors. NSP is seeking producer leaders who are passionate about advancing the crop and helping shape the future of the sorghum industry. “Strong farmer leadership has never been more important,” said NSP Chair Amy France, a farmer from Scott City, Kan. “As we face …
Apr 01
Beef Supply Boost: USDA and Interior Department Join Forces to Expand Federal Grazing Access
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve coordination of federal grazing lands. This strategic partnership, announced by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, is designed to enhance ranchers’ land use and ultimately fortify the beef supply across the …
Apr 01
Cattle Markets Near the Top as Demand Stays Strong, McGlamery Says
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Lee McGlamery of MP AgriLytics, who shares insight on key market forces shaping the cattle industry—from Mexico trade uncertainty to rising carcass weights and shifting demand. McGlamery was one of the featured speakers at the 2026 Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Convention …
Apr 01
Southern Acreage Shifts Toward Soybeans and Cotton in 2026 Planting Intentions
The USDA released the 2026 Prospective Plantings Report on March 31. Nationally, producers intend to plant fewer corn acres and more soybeans and cotton. Corn acreage is projected at 95.3 million acres, down 3.5 percent from the 2025 actual planted acreage, while soybean acreage is expected to increase 4.3 percent to 84.7 million acres. Cotton acreage is …
Apr 01
Agricultural Defense as National Security
Farm security is national security. This was the central theme at the 2026 Agricultural Outlook Forum, where federal leaders discussed the USDA’s National Farm Security Action Plan. The plan involves a massive interagency effort at the federal, state, and local levels to protect the nation’s agricultural sector from modern threats. A Unified Federal Front Matt …
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