The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) praised yesterday’s announcement of new trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala which collectively position U.S. dairy exporters for further gains in the Western Hemisphere. “U.S. dairy exports to U.S.-Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement partners have almost doubled over the past five years. The frameworks …
Category: Ag News
Nov 14
Drummond cautions Wildlife Department to rescind policy against tribal hunters
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has cautioned the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) that it must rescind its misguided and unlawful policy to pursue criminal charges against tribal members for hunting and fishing in Indian Country. “These enforcement actions are not merely ill-advised—they are unlawful. They expose individual ODWC officers to personal liability,” the Attorney …
Nov 14
Christmas Trees: A Festive Specialty Crop in the Southeast
Commercial Christmas tree production is often associated with colder climates and northern regions. Yet, Christmas trees are grown in all 50 states – including the South – with North Carolina, Georgia, and Texas among the leading producers, based on 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture data (Figure 1 and Table 1). Based on 2022 USDA Census …
Nov 14
OCA’s Michael Kelsey Calls for Realistic Screwworm Plan Amid Rising Political Pressure
In today’s beef buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Executive Vice President of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, Michael Kelsey, who says the New World screwworm remains a pressing concern for cattle producers across the southern U.S. As winter approaches, he notes that “we’re probably… not going to see it this winter,” but stresses …
Nov 14
Administrator Lee Zeldin Fulfills Pledge to Visit All 50 States this Year, Bringing EPA Directly to the American People
Since getting confirmed by the United States Senate on January 29, 2025, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin has now traveled to all fifty states across the country to hear directly from the American people about the challenges facing their communities, and better inform policy decisions to be made at EPA. Throughout his …
Nov 14
Pivot Bio Expands Weatherproof Nitrogen Portfolio with New Dry Planter Box Treatments for Corn and Cotton
The new dry application delivers Pivot Bio’s weatherproof nitrogen directly in the planter box, combining the same locked-in microbial nitrogen performance with a premium dry carrier that includes micronutrients to support early growth and root development. Both products integrate seamlessly with existing planting practices and maintain the same agronomic performance as their liquid and seed …
Nov 14
October GRF collections exceed monthly estimate, fall slightly below prior year totals
General Revenue Fund (GRF) collections in October totaled $695.9 million, which is $5.3 million, or 0.8%, above the monthly estimate. This total is also $15.9 million, or 2.2%, below collections from October 2024. GRF collections for the first four months of fiscal year 2026 stand at $2.7 billion. This is $113.5 million, or 4.4%, above …
Nov 14
Weekly Address: A Legacy of Antitrust Enforcement
That America is now aware that concentration in the beef packing industry has distorted the ranchers’ cattle market and the consumers’ beef market was firmly established by President Trump’s directive to the U.S. Department of Justice to launch an investigation into beef packer price-fixing, price manipulation and illicit collusion. While we let that settle in, …
Nov 14
This Week On Sunup With John Michael Riley: Ag Markets Still In Limbo as Trade Talks and Reports Add Uncertainty
OSU agricultural economist John Michael Riley says the impact of President Trump’s recent trade discussions in Asia has left markets waiting for clarity. He explains that while China indicated plans to purchase U.S. soybeans, “the market is very much in limbo as to when and how much those potential sales are going to actually happen.” …
Nov 14
“Excited About Yields”: 2025 Oklahoma Cotton Harvest Shines, Despite Price Concerns
Oklahoma cotton producers are wrapping up a “really, really favorable” harvest season, with many reporting exciting and optimistic yields. However, according to OSU Cotton Extension Specialist Jenny Dudak, that excitement is being tempered by concerns over the “hot topic” of low cotton prices. Speaking with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Dudak provided a harvest status update, …
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