Jan 21
Former Poultry Federation President Challenges AG on Lawsuit Settlement: Tensions ran high at the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association meeting this week following comments from the Attorney General regarding the ongoing poultry litigation in the Illinois River Watershed. Marvin Childers, former President of The Poultry Federation, pushed back against the Attorney General’s claims of a path forward, …
Jan 21
Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond Seeks ‘Finality’ in Poultry Lawsuit, Reassures Cattle Producers of Industry Stability: In a direct address to the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) on Wednesday, Attorney General Gentner Drummond sought to quell fears regarding the ongoing poultry litter litigation in Eastern Oklahoma, outlining a path toward settlement that he says will protect both …
Jan 21
American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall highlights the urgent need for legislation expanding the bridge support program for farmers, reinforced by new analysis indicating the economic crisis in farm country is likely to continue this year. “We are grateful for the aid Congress has delivered to farmers this year and do not take that for …
Jan 21
Growers heading into the 2026 crop year are facing a familiar but intensifying challenge: tight margins and the need to squeeze more value out of every input. Tim Laatsch, director of agronomy for Koch Agronomic Services, spoke with Maci Carter and said those economic realities are shaping nearly every agronomic decision. “We are seeing continued …
Jan 20
State Climatologist Warns of “Bigtime Arctic Snap”: Coldest Air Since 2024 Headed for Oklahoma: If you have been enjoying the unseasonably warm weather of December and early January, State Climatologist Gary McManus has some bad news: the vacation is ending. A major arctic system is currently barreling toward the Southern Plains, threatening to bring the …
Jan 20
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
Jan 20
Cameron Lux Discusses LRP Strategies, PRF Insurance, and Risk Management Tools for 2026: Following a volatile 2025 in the agricultural markets, producers are looking for stability heading into the new year. In a recent interview, Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Cameron Lux about critical risk management tools for cattle and grain producers, including Livestock …
Jan 19
As Oklahoma lawmakers prepare for the 2026 legislative session, agricultural groups are once again zeroing in on tax policy, private property rights, and regulatory issues that directly affect rural communities. State Representative John Pfeiffer, who is in his final year in the House due to term limits, says those concerns will be front and center …
Jan 19
Mark Watne Reflects on ‘Founding Farmers’ Success, Policy Battles, and the Future of Agriculture: As Mark Watne prepares to step down from his leadership role at the North Dakota Farmers Union (NDFU), he sat down to reflect on a career defined by value-added innovation, fierce policy battles, and a deep commitment to the next generation …
Jan 19
Commissioner Sid Miller Issues Urgent Screwworm Warning as Outbreak Nears Texas Border: Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has issued a stark and urgent warning to farmers, ranchers, and pet owners regarding a rapidly approaching threat to the state’s biosecurity: the New World screwworm. In a recent statement, Miller confirmed that the flesh-eating pest has been …
