The Poultry Federation issued the following statement today after 11 poultry companies filed a joint brief and proposed judgment in State of Oklahoma v. Tyson Foods, Inc. et al., a case with sweeping implications for agriculture in eastern Oklahoma: “The Poultry Federation stands firmly with Oklahoma’s farmers and ranchers as the poultry industry seeks the …
Category: Ag News
Jul 31
NCBA Congratulates Newly Confirmed USDA General Counsel
Today, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane issued a statement congratulating Tyler Clarkson on his confirmation to serve as the General Counsel of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA): “U.S. cattle producers congratulate Tyler Clarkson on his Senate confirmation and are excited to have him providing legal counsel …
Jul 31
USGC Summer Meeting Continues Thursday With Focus On Trade Policy
The U.S. Grains Council’s (USGC’s) 65th Annual Board of Delegates Meeting continued today in Grand Rapids, MI, with commodity sector meetings and discussions on the strength of American agriculture and the latest trade policy developments in Mexico, India and Southeast Asia. The day began with attendees splitting into sector meetings based on the industries they …
Jul 31
Secretary Rollins Applauds Tyler Clarkson on His Senate Confirmation
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins congratulates Tyler Clarkson on his confirmation to serve as General Counsel at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “Tyler Clarkson is a proven legal mind and a true champion for America’s farmers and ranchers. From his service as Acting General Counsel during the first Trump Administration to his deep …
Jul 31
USDA Announces Daily Program Celebrating the Great American Farmers Market on the National Mall
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins invites families, food lovers, and patriots alike to the Great American Farmers Market on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., August 3 – 8, 2025. This weeklong celebration will be a vibrant showcase of American agriculture, with over 50 daily booths from farmers, ranchers, producers, and vendors across …
Jul 31
The Perfect Harmony: Alexis Koelling Recognized at NJAS
To many in the breed, the blonde hair and cowboy hat in the showring is easily recognizable. Even if you didn’t know Alexis Koelling by her signature look, however, all it takes is one conversation to recognize she loves to wear the title of “cattlewoman.” The Missouri junior didn’t start out exhibiting black-hided cattle, but …
Jul 31
NCBA Congratulates Newly Confirmed USDA General Counsel
Today, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane issued a statement congratulating Tyler Clarkson on his confirmation to serve as the General Counsel of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA): “U.S. cattle producers congratulate Tyler Clarkson on his Senate confirmation and are excited to have him providing legal counsel to …
Jul 31
Legislators and Governor Honor Youth Livestock Champions at the Capitol
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, along with Ag Secretary Blayne Arthur and Deputy Commissioner of the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry, JanLee Rowlett, recently hosted a special event to honor the state’s national champion junior livestock exhibitors. The students were recognized for winning awards for exhibiting cattle at various shows across the country this …