Aug 06
Asian longhorn tick in Oklahoma remains an emerging concern for cattle producers, and while the pest has only been identified in two Oklahoma counties so far, Oklahoma State University Beef Cattle Extension Specialist Dr. Rosslyn Biggs says producers should understand the risks associated with the tick and the potentially devastating disease it can spread. Associate …
Aug 06
Natalie Stewart writes in Southern Ag Today: The Senate Agriculture Committee is slated to markup The Agricultural Act of 2026 today (August 6, 2026), bringing Congress one step closer to long-anticipated passage of a new farm bill. During the markup, committee members propose, debate, and vote on amendments to legislation before sending it to the …
Aug 06
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Aug 05
In June, the value of U.S. beef exports increased from a year ago despite lower volumes, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). June pork exports were below last year, largely due to a sharp decline in pork variety meat exports attributable to pseudorabies-related restrictions that have …
Aug 05
Today’s program is special as I have some urgent news to share with you and a request for help. The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee is expected to vote on whether to include mandatory country-of-origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef in the Senate version of the Farm Bill on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Now many of you have …
Aug 05
With generosity stepping up to the plate, the Angus Foundation’s mission was strengthened during the 2026 National Junior Angus Show in Louisville, Kentucky. The annual silent auction raised over $20,000 in unrestricted support for education, youth and research, helping fund scholarships, conferences and research initiatives.“The silent auction has become a meaningful tradition within the junior …
Aug 05
Managing feedlot heat stress mitigation has emerged as a top priority for livestock operations working to prevent severe cattle losses across the Plains during extreme summer heat events. While recent reports across the region indicate scattered cattle deaths due to heat-related illnesses, overall losses remain far lower than the catastrophic numbers seen in previous major …
Aug 05
Oklahoma Tax-Free Weekend Offers Vital Savings for Shoppers and Main Street Retailers Oklahoma consumers and small business owners across all 77 counties are gearing up for the state’s annual Tax-Free Weekend, an event designed to deliver critical financial relief on back-to-school clothing and footwear while fueling local economic growth. In an interview with Senior Farm …
