Feb 02
US Senator James Lankford (R-OK) released his ninth edition of Federal Fumbles today, revealing billions of dollars lost to wasteful spending, inefficiencies, fraud, and improper payments. The report details eyebrow-raising research grants, weak oversight of taxpayer funds sent overseas, systemic failures in food assistance programs, and the staggering cost of government shutdowns, while offering specific policy solutions …
Feb 02
The Livestock Marketing Association (LMA) has announced that applications are now open for its 2026 scholarship programs, offering two distinct opportunities to support students pursuing education and careers connected to the livestock marketing industry. LMA members are encouraged to endorse applicants—customers, family members, employees, or students from their communities—who demonstrate interest in or understanding of …
Feb 02
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advanced American farmers and equipment owners’ lawful right to repair their farm and other nonroad diesel equipment. EPA’s guidance to manufacturers clarifies that the Clean Air Act (CAA) supports, rather than restricts, Americans’ ability to make repairs on their own, and makes clear manufacturers can no longer use …
Feb 02
Justine Anderson, Oklahoma Conservation Commission- In the hills of Locust Grove, Oklahoma, stands a lush crop garden managed by the Yang family. Neng Yang and his wife immigrated to the United States from Laos in 1979 and lived in California for much of their life before moving to the plains. After working for the government …
Feb 02
Early this morning in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, groundhog Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his burrow as part of the annual Groundhog Day tradition. Upon appearing, Phil observed his shadow, a sign that, according to folklore, indicates six more weeks of winter weather. The tradition, which dates back more than a century, is closely followed each year as …
Feb 02
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke J. Lindberg arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia, today to lead an agribusiness trade mission to expand market access and boost U.S. agricultural exports. The delegation includes 41 agribusinesses, trade organizations, and representatives from four state departments of agriculture. “While Indonesia was our …
Feb 02
Greetings Conservation Directors, Employees, Partners, and Friends, As the Oklahoma conservation community closes the book on 2025—a year defined by sharp contrasts, from record-breaking rainfall to historic highs in the cattle markets—the Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts (OACD) is turning its focus toward a significant milestone. Entering its 88th year of operation, the organization is …
Feb 02
The Oklahoma Conservation Commission has several programs available to help producers and landowners statewide. Please see below for more information about each program. Wetlands ReNEW – OCC’s Restoring Natural Ecology in Wetlands (ReNEW) Cost-Share Program offers technical and financial assistance to landowners interested in restoring, creating, or enhancing a wetland on their property. Applications due …
Feb 02
Why Horse Owners Should Take Excessive Salivation Seriously Excessive salivation in horses—commonly referred to as slobbers—is a condition most horse owners have seen at least once. For years, the standard advice has been simple: remove the horse from the source, ensure access to water, and the problem will resolve within a day. In most cases, that …
Feb 02
US Senator James Lankford (R-OK) released the following statement after the Senate passed appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2026 that fund Defense; Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education; Transportation and Housing and Urban Development; Financial Services and General Government; National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs, and continuing appropriations for two weeks for the Department …
