Apr 30
Tom Cole Votes in Favor of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026: Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, which reauthorizes, modernizes, and improves key Department of Agriculture programs through 2031: “Agriculture is truly the heart …
Apr 30
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services mission area announced its intention to introduce the Food and Nutrition Administration. This shift will include a reorganization and relocation, all to move program leadership and staff from Washington, D.C. to hub and program compliance locations across the U.S. This shift in customer …
Apr 30
Thirteen students paired with Angus ranches across the United States will be expanding their knowledge of the cattle industry this year as part of the Angus Foundation’s 2026 Angus/Talon Youth Educational Learning Program. The program’s internships are the legacy of the late Camron “Cam” Cooper of Talon Ranch, Twin Bridges, Montana. Cooper established the Angus/Talon …
Apr 30
Farm Bureau Applauds House Passage of Farm Bill: American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the House of Representatives vote to pass the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. “Farmers and ranchers applaud the House of Representatives for passing a new, modernized farm bill. We appreciate Chairman G.T. Thompson’s leadership …
Apr 30
The hard red winter wheat markets are currently experiencing significant volatility, driven by geopolitical conflicts and challenging weather conditions across the Plains. In a recent discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma State University’s Todd Hubbs highlighted the rapid price swings, noting that the July contract for Hard Red Winter Wheat (HRW) recently climbed above …
Apr 30
During the Washington Watch event in Washington, D.C., Democrat Angie Craig addressed members of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters to discuss the current legislative landscape. Representative Angie Craig expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed Farm Bill and its potential impact on the agricultural community and food assistance programs. Challenges Facing Modern Farmers Representative Craig …
Apr 30
Yesterday, Representative Frank D. Lucas (OK-03) delivered remarks on the House floor advocating for farmers by imploring his colleagues to vote in support of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. Remarks as prepared for delivery: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I’m pleased to stand here today to offer my enthusiastic support of the Farm, Food, and National Security …
Apr 30
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Adam Putnam, CEO of Ducks Unlimited after he presented a keynote address at the General Assembly Meeting of the US Roundtable for Sustainable Beef. Putnam contends strong partnerships between conservation groups and cattle producers are creating real opportunities for both agriculture and …
Apr 30
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today issued a new Secretarial Memorandum (PDF, 882 KB) and letter (PDF, 932 KB) directing the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service to heighten national wildfire readiness, accelerate community-focused risk reduction, and strengthen firefighter health and safety for the 2026 fire year. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we have …
Apr 30
The Oklahoma House of Representatives voted unanimously in favor of Senate Bill 2159 today to designate wheat as the State Crop of the State of Oklahoma. Having now cleared both chambers with unanimous support, the bill now advances to the governor’s desk for final review. The bill, by Senator Roland Pederson, R-Burlington, was passed in …
