Jun 19
The U.S. International Trade Commission recently announced that it will conduct a full review of the countervailing duties on imported phosphate fertilizers from Morocco and Russia. In response to this development, Ohio corn farmer and National Corn Growers Association President Jed Bower issued the following statement: “Corn growers will continue to fully engage in this process to …
Jun 19
United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) welcomes the recent announcement of USDA’s Small Processors Action Plan and the commitment of $60 million in new funding for meat and poultry processors. “Providing cattle producers with more local and regional processing options is essential to restoring competition, strengthening the cattle marketplace, and delivering affordable, high-quality protein to American …
Jun 19
The U.S. dairy herd has reached its largest size in 30 years, but one critical subset of the herd — replacement heifers that represent the next generation of milk cows — remains historically low. The number of heifers available to enter the milking herd has fallen sharply, dropping to the lowest level since 1978. The …
Jun 19
The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association excitingly announces open registration for the 74th Annual Convention and Trade Show. The event’s theme is “Cattlemen Of Tomorrow, Built By The Brand,” and it aims to be an active assembly ofindustry executives, producers, and supporters committed to celebrating and promoting Oklahoma’s flourishing cattle industry. Convention attendees can experience a full …
Jun 19
The National Farmers Union (NFU) has officially signaled a need for immediate legislative action, sending a detailed letter to the Senate urging lawmakers to fortify the farm safety net and implement critical reforms in the upcoming Farm Bill. The push comes as the Senate Agriculture Committee actively shapes its version of the legislation. According to …
Jun 19
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Jun 18
American Farmland Trust is pleased to endorse the bipartisan American Food Supply Chain Resiliency Act introduced today by Senators Adam Schiff (D-CA), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), and Jim Justice (R-WV). The bill would provide critical investments and coordination of local and regional food systems to ensure a profitable, nutritious, and resilient food supply …
Jun 18
Gabriel P. Cocanougher, 36, of Decatur, was arrested May 28 on one count of hindering a secured creditor, a first-degree felony. The arrest follows an investigation conducted by Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Rangers Lynn Mays and Cliff Swofford after they were notified in May 2026 by the creditor of a possible cattle …
