Last week, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), joined the Fox News podcast, “The Big Ben Show” hosted by Ben Domenech. The Senator discussed getting President Trump’s nominees confirmed, America leading the way again on the world stage under President Trump, and the influx of jobs to Oklahoma. Highlights below. On President Trump’s Unique Cabinet and …
Category: Ag News
Jul 22
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller And USDA To Deploy Swormlure-5 In Aggressive Effort To Stop Screwworm Crisis
Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced a bold step forward in the battle against the reemergence of the New World Screwworm (NWS) near the United States. Working closely with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is spearheading efforts to reintroduce an improved …
Jul 22
NCBA’s Sigrid Johannes: Final Dietary Guidelines Expected to Favor Beef After Early Setbacks
At the Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting in San Diego, Senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with Sigrid Johannes from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Washington, D.C. office. Our Coverage from San Diego is powered by Farm Data Services of Stillwater. Sigrid Johannes addressed the policy concerns surrounding the upcoming dietary guidelines, particularly in contrast …
Jul 22
Ranking Member Angie Craig Statement at Hearing on Innovations in Crop Production
Today, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) delivered the following opening statement at a full committee hearing titled “Past Breakthroughs and Future Innovations in Crop Production.” Watch the full hearing here. [As prepared for delivery.] Thank you, Mr. Chairman. American farms are among the most productive on earth, enabling our farmers to feed our country and the world. …
Jul 22
Chairman Thompson Opening Statement at Crop Innovation Hearing
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) delivered the following opening statement at today’s full committee hearing, “Past Breakthroughs and Future Innovations in Crop Production.” Remarks as prepared: Good morning, and welcome to today’s hearing. I want to begin by thanking Ranking Member Craig for her partnership in hosting this bipartisan hearing, and …
Jul 22
Ben Hale: Cattle Market Surges as Demand Outpaces Supply, Prices Hit New Highs
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 …
Jul 22
Second Annual 580 Cattle Conference Set to Deliver Big Value for Beef Producers
Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Troy White of the 580 cattle conference, which is back for its second year, following a strong debut in 2023. “Last year was our first year, and it was a tremendous success,” Troy White shared. “A lot of people showed up and listened to some very powerful speakers.” reinforced …
Jul 22
Oklahoma State Suppliers Expo celebrates five years of government-business collaboration
The State of Oklahoma invites businesses to connect and explore partnership opportunities with state agencies at the fifth State Suppliers Expo, happening Aug. 5-6 at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. This free, come-and-go event is open to entrepreneurs from all over Oklahoma who want to learn how to do business with the state, get registered …
Jul 22
Any Relief in Sight for Consumers?
In an Article by David Anderson he talks about high Beef prices. The record high retail beef price reported by the most recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) has prompted a lot of calls about why prices are record high and whether there is any relief in sight. While we often write about the great cattle prices …
Jul 22
Envu Launches New Tool to Help Ranchers Get the Most Out of Their Land
Envu™ is making it easier for ranchers and land managers to visualize the long-term cost savings of restoring their rangeland. The new Return on Investment Calculator from Envu can help ranchers and landowners see the cost benefits of using solutions like Rejuvra® herbicide and Invora® herbicide to manage rangeland and pastures. “Envu is committed to working alongside ranchers to …
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