Apr 26
House Agriculture Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit Ranking Member Shontel Brown delivered the following statement at today’s hearing entitled “Producer Perspectives on the 2023 Farm Bill.” [As prepared for delivery] Good morning. I would like to begin by thanking Chairman Scott for gathering us together today for this hearing. It is a distinct …
Apr 26
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA that are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the five areas in four categories- Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star in …
Apr 26
While in Washington, D.C., Farm Director KC Sheperd caught up with the President of the National Farmers Union, Rob Larew, and talked about the latest work from the National Farmers Union advocating and working to make sure the voices of farmers and ranchers are heard. “In Oklahoma, and really across the country, a lot of …
Apr 26
I Make America, the national grassroots campaign of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), is mobilizing tens of thousands of manufacturing workers, and their supporters, across the United States to call on lawmakers to address national priorities, including: modernizing the permitting process necessary to build critical infrastructure and boost domestic energy production, ensuring that infrastructure …
Apr 26
Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) once again announced opposition to the Processing Revival and Intrastate Meat Exemption (PRIME) Act introduced by Reps. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Chellie Pingree (D-ME). The legislation would allow beef processed in a non-U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) inspected facility to be distributed interstate, posing a threat to food …
Apr 26
Entries are open for the American Angus Auxiliary-sponsored 40th All-American Certified Angus Beef® Cook-Off Contest. All interested contestants must enter by May 25. The contest will be held July 4 at the 2023 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) in Grand Island, Nebraska. The Cook-Off Contest provides an opportunity for National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) members …
Apr 26
The Dairy MAX Physician + Education Initiative (PEI) is designed to grow dairy consumption among patients with cardiovascular disease. The initiative provides science-backed information and resources that educate and encourage healthcare professionals to reevaluate nutrition guidance suggesting the elimination or limitation of dairy. The strategy behind this initiative is to make more quality, meaningful connections …
Apr 26
While many people enjoy a hot cup of coffee or an iced latte in the morning, others, including myself, prefer a cold, crisp glass of orange juice to start the day. Known for the hefty dose of vitamin C they provide in their original form, as well as their use as fragrances and as flavors …
Apr 26
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
