Category: Ag News

Friday Preopening Market Update with Dave Lanning

RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.

Feeder Steers and Heifers Higher at Woodward Livestock on Thursday

New World Screwworm Response: Texas State Veterinarian Dr. Bud Dinges Details Quarantine, Surveillance Efforts, and Producer Action Steps

During a Thursday afternoon USDA briefing led by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and other federal and state officials following the confirmation of a New World Screwworm case in Texas, Texas State Veterinarian Dr. Bud Dinges outlined the state’s response efforts, quarantine measures, and the steps livestock owners should take to help prevent the spread …

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New Small Processors Action Plan Will Help Make Food American Again

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has issued the following statement from Christie Mullin, Chair of Rural Policy, in response to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s announcement of a new plan and funding for small American meat processors: “Secretary Brooke Rollins’ announcement of a Small Processors Action Plan and of $60M in new funding for meat and poultry processors is critically …

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Zoetis Shares Resources and Tips for New World Screwworm Response and Management

With the recent New World screwworm (NWS) incursion in Texas, it’s important to be aware of your herd’s risk level and be vigilant in checking your livestock for signs of an infestation.  “We understand that livestock producers and animal caretakers are facing a stressful and uncertain time as New World screwworm threatens what they’ve worked …

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FARM Program Publishes 2026 Drug Residue Prevention Manual

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program today released its 2026-2027 Milk & Dairy Beef Drug Residue Prevention Reference Manual, equipping farmers with an educational tool that promotes best management practices for responsible and judicious use of antimicrobials in dairy cattle. The updated manual has timely information about the FDA’s conditionally approved and emergency …

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Wheat Woes and Corn Belt Rain: Navigating the Brute Ag Market Downturn

The global agricultural commodities sector is locked in a severe ag market downturn, forcing producers to navigate a wave of grain price declines. Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with OSU Extension Crop Marketing Specialist Todd Hubbs to dissect the technical realities of this market slump, analyze the impact of timely rain across the Corn …

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USDA Announces Improved Support, Reduced Burdens, and $60 million in Investments to Support Small Meat and Poultry Plants

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins launched the Small Processors Action Plan (PDF, 2.3 MB), a new set of actions to better support small and very small meat and poultry processing plants, improve customer service, and reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens while maintaining strong food safety protections for consumers. Additionally, Secretary Rollins announced that USDA is accepting …

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Chairman Thompson’s Opening Statement at Hearing with Secretary Rollins

House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) delivered the following opening statement at today’s full committee hearing, “For the Purpose of Receiving Testimony from the Honorable Brooke L. Rollins, Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture.” Remarks as prepared:  Good morning, everyone. I would like to welcome you all to today’s hearing and extend a special thanks …

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First New World Screwworm Case in Texas Since 1966 Triggers Major USDA Response

In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays Features comments from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, USDA New World Screwworm Directorate head Rear Admiral Michael Schmoyer, and Texas State Veterinarian Dr. Bud Dinges following confirmation of the first New World screwworm case in Texas in 60 years. A Historic and Serious …

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