Jan 16
On Thursday, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted yes on H.R.6938, Appropriations Minibus: Commerce, Justice, & Science, Energy & Water Development, and Interior & Environment. Remember, the Democrat controlled Senate in 2024 did not pass a single appropriations bill. The Republican Senate, however, is working at record pace and has now passed …
Jan 16
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program, which aims to encourage students at the Congressionally created 1890 land-grant universities to pursue careers in food, agriculture, and natural resource sciences. The application deadline is March 8, 2026. Students around the country are invited to complete and submit …
Jan 16
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Michael Kelsey, executive vice president of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, about OCA’s upcoming Winter Policy meeting set for January 21 and the wide range of policy issues facing cattle producers in the year ahead. Kelsey says the meeting will focus on legislative …
Jan 16
Bob Rodenberger: Grazing Market “Unreal” Amid Record High Cattle Market: In a recent conversation with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Bob Rodenberger of Stockman’s Livestock Auction in Apache, Oklahoma, shared an optimistic update on the current cattle market and details regarding a significant upcoming dispersal sale. Grazing Demand Drives Record Prices: Rodenberger described the current demand …
Jan 16
This week, R-CALF USA submitted formal recommendations to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy urging repeal of federal regulations and policies adversely affecting American food safety, livestock, independent cattle producers, consumers, and national security. In a letter to SBA Assistant Chief Counsel Shanerika M. Flemings, R-CALF USA identified nine U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food …
Jan 16
Limousin and Lim-Flex breeders were under the bright lights at the Cattlemen’s Congress to showcase their genetics. The Level 1 Medal of Excellence Limousin Show was held on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in Oklahoma City. Tyler Cates and Associate Judge Kyle Shoufler, IN. evaluated the 101 females and 24 bulls. The Grand Champion Limousin Female TSSL NFX Beyonce 4601M …
Jan 16
A Red Flag Warning is currently in effect for Western Oklahoma and the Oklahoma Panhandle as a cold front moves across the state. The combination of strong northerly winds, very dry air, and dormant vegetation has created a highly volatile environment for wildfires. State officials warn that any established wildfire today will have the potential …
Jan 16
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Jan 16
Amid a recent federal ruling on Oklahoma’s 20-plus-year lawsuit over poultry litter pollution of the Illinois River Watershed, Attorney General Gentner Drummond met today with a large group of poultry producers for a candid conversation about the case. The gathering coordinated by state Rep. David Hardin was held in Westville’s Baron Community Center. “I very …
