Jul 03
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) released the following statement following the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill: “The One Big Beautiful Bill is a game-changer for America. “This historic legislation delivers the largest tax cut in American history, providing direct relief to working families and boosting take-home pay. It slashes wasteful …
Jul 03
Cleaning your grill is a crucial step toward food safety. A quick brush before and after each use can prevent residue buildup! No need to fear: The pink juice coming from your steak isn’t blood, it’s a protein called myoglobin! Food safety starts with reaching the correct internal temperature. Next time you fire up the …
Jul 03
Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Aaron Sawyer, Director of No-Till on the Plains, who discussed the group’s recent “soil health bus tour,” which began in Kansas and ventured into Oklahoma. “We left Kansas yesterday morning and met, met our Oklahoma friends,” Sawyer said, sharing that they visited Tom Cannon’s farm to explore “crop diversity …
Jul 03
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the latest slate of presidential appointments, bringing new leadership to key roles within the Department. These appointees have been selected to implement President Trump’s America First agenda at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), ensuring the needs of America’s farmers, ranchers, and producers remain a top priority. “USDA …
Jul 03
The cattle show began on Tuesday, June 24 with Tyler Bush evaluating the Steers, Lim-Flex Cow/Calf Pairs, Limousin Cow/Calf Pairs, Bred & Owned Lim-Flex Females, Bred & Owned Limousin Females, Bred & Owned Lim-Flex Bulls, Bred & Owned Limousin Bulls. The morning began with the Prospect Steer Show. The Grand Champion Prospect Steer, PC MATER 450M, …
Jul 03
R-CALF USA supports Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, and we want to continue supporting her. Within just months of her confirmation, she took decisive action to end the nightmarish criminal charges the U.S. Department of Agriculture had leveled against the Maude family in South Dakota, and she closed the Mexican border to cattle, bison, and equine …
Jul 03
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has today announced that Engelbert Strauss, a leading brand for workwear and protective clothing, is the latest member to join the program. This membership underscores STRAUSS’ commitment to responsiblesourcing and highlights the growing importance of supply chain transparency for brands worldwide, particularly within the workwear sector. By integrating the Trust …
Jul 03
Oklahoma tax revenues rebounded in June after a seasonal May dip, with the latest monthly collections totaling $1.48 billion, a 15.1% increase over May and a 3.3% gain compared to June 2024. The growth closes out Fiscal Year 2025 on a strong note, signaling a resilient economic base as Oklahoma enters the new fiscal year. …
Jul 03
Here’s some tasty Recipe Options! CARNITAS TACOS Tender carnitas piled high with vibrant toppings makes for a flavor-packed meal that’s both hearty and fresh. The juicy, slow-cooked pork pairs perfectly with rice, black beans, and pico de gallo. Try it in a bowl, with warm tortillas or stacked on a pile of salty tortilla chips INGREDIENTS …
Jul 03
Senate President Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, has approved a series of interim study requests that will be considered during the Oklahoma Senate’s interim period. Interim studies have been assigned to relevant Senate committees and will be scheduled at the discretion of each committee chair. All approved studies must be completed by October 31. These …
