Apr 30
Farm Bureau Applauds House Passage of Farm Bill: American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the House of Representatives vote to pass the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. “Farmers and ranchers applaud the House of Representatives for passing a new, modernized farm bill. We appreciate Chairman G.T. Thompson’s leadership …
Apr 30
The hard red winter wheat markets are currently experiencing significant volatility, driven by geopolitical conflicts and challenging weather conditions across the Plains. In a recent discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma State University’s Todd Hubbs highlighted the rapid price swings, noting that the July contract for Hard Red Winter Wheat (HRW) recently climbed above …
Apr 30
During the Washington Watch event in Washington, D.C., Democrat Angie Craig addressed members of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters to discuss the current legislative landscape. Representative Angie Craig expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed Farm Bill and its potential impact on the agricultural community and food assistance programs. Challenges Facing Modern Farmers Representative Craig …
Apr 30
Yesterday, Representative Frank D. Lucas (OK-03) delivered remarks on the House floor advocating for farmers by imploring his colleagues to vote in support of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. Remarks as prepared for delivery: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I’m pleased to stand here today to offer my enthusiastic support of the Farm, Food, and National Security …
Apr 30
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Adam Putnam, CEO of Ducks Unlimited after he presented a keynote address at the General Assembly Meeting of the US Roundtable for Sustainable Beef. Putnam contends strong partnerships between conservation groups and cattle producers are creating real opportunities for both agriculture and …
Apr 30
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today issued a new Secretarial Memorandum (PDF, 882 KB) and letter (PDF, 932 KB) directing the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service to heighten national wildfire readiness, accelerate community-focused risk reduction, and strengthen firefighter health and safety for the 2026 fire year. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we have …
Apr 30
The Oklahoma House of Representatives voted unanimously in favor of Senate Bill 2159 today to designate wheat as the State Crop of the State of Oklahoma. Having now cleared both chambers with unanimous support, the bill now advances to the governor’s desk for final review. The bill, by Senator Roland Pederson, R-Burlington, was passed in …
Apr 30
FMC Corporation (NYSE:FMC) today reported first quarter 2026 revenue of $759 million, down 4 percent versus first quarter 2025. First quarter 2026 revenue, excluding India, was $762 million, down 4 percent versus first quarter 2025, which included India. On a GAAP basis, the company reported a loss of $2.25 per diluted share in the first …
Apr 30
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is establishing a second national deadline for agricultural producers and landowners to apply for fiscal year 2026 assistance in the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) through the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The new deadline for entities to apply is May 29, 2026. NRCS is providing up to $200 …
Apr 30
As we approach Mental Health Awareness Month (May), I’ve been thinking a lot about the weight so many farmers and ranchers are carrying right now. Farming is rewarding work, but it can also feel overwhelming. Markets shift overnight. Weather can wipe out months of hard work. Costs keep climbing. Too often, the stress builds quietly …
