Category: Ag News
Jul 26
Butler’s Gold Wheat Variety Celebrates Oklahoma Olympian
In 2020, as Oklahoma State University wheat geneticist Brett Carver prepared to release the OSU Wheat Improvement Team’s latest variety, he had a creative idea for its official name. It was the first summer of the pandemic, and the Olympic games in Tokyo had been postponed. When an article in The Oklahoman about James Butler, a former OSU track and field star …
Jul 26
USDA Announces Extension of D-SNAP for New Mexico Disaster Areas
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that low-income New Mexico residents in parts of Rio Arriba and San Juan counties recovering from the impact of wildfires and flooding that began on June 17, 2024, could be eligible for a helping hand from the USDA’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP). Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack …
Jul 26
McCabe Promoted to Director of Accounting and Finance
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) recently announced that Shea McCabe has been promoted to the director of accounting and finance at the organization. McCabe has worked at NCGA since 2020 as the accounting manager. With NCGA’s recent finalization of a new strategic plan, McCabe has been a dynamic force in aligning budgetary considerations and accounting …
Jul 26
Talley recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award
Justin Talley, head of the Oklahoma State University Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology, was recognized as the Lifetime Achievement Award recipient in livestock entomology at the Livestock Insect Workers Conference in June. Talley was selected by previous award recipients and industry professionals in the veterinary pharmaceutical field. Among previous award winners are those who developed …
Jul 26
🦟Protecting People & Pigs: Mosquito Control
Recent flooding and increased rains in the Midwest have increased mosquito problems on farms, posing risks to both pigs and people. Packing plants have reported an increase in insect bites on market swine that can result in up to $7.00-$15.00/head trim loss. Effective mosquito control and implementing an integrated pest management strategy are essential …
Jul 26
Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Announces 2024 Legislator Appreciation Awards
The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) has announced its 2024 Legislator Appreciation Award recipients. OCA annually honors legislators who are dedicated to promoting and protecting the beef cattle industry through their work at the State Capitol. OCA’s commitment to advocating for the Oklahoma beef cattle producer at the Capitol has been a cornerstone strategy of the …
Jul 26
Sigrid Johannes Discusses Strategy Behind Blocking Lab-Grown Protein in U.S. Military Diets
Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays caught up with NCBA Associate Director for Governmental Affairs, Sigrid Johannes, about the U.S. Department of Defense’s recent decision not to pursue feeding lab-grown protein to our military. NCBA has worked with agriculture allies in Congress to secure the introduction of several amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025 …
Jul 26
Bob Rodenberger Discusses Unprecedented Highs Remaining in Cattle Market Trends
KC Sheperd, Farm Director, is back talking with Bob Rodenberger, a partner with Stockman Oklahoma Livestock Marketing, as he gives the latest on the cattle markets. Rodenberger discussed the current state of the cattle market, highlighting that it was at its highest point ever, with the calf market higher and the feeder market advancing. “This …
Jul 26
AFR Hosts National Farmers Union President on Second Leg of Southeast Oklahoma Tour
American Farmers & Ranchers (AFR) Cooperative hosted National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew on a tour of Southeastern Oklahoma July 25. The tour showcased the area’s agriculture and provided an opportunity for AFR leadership and Larew to visit one-on-one with area producers. The AFR group began Wednesday’s tour at Marty and Hope Hutchings at …
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