In this episode of the Red Dirt Agronomy Podcast, Brady Sidwell, President and founder of Sidwell Strategies and Enterprise Grain in the Enid, Oklahoma area. The company provides risk management and marketing solutions for food and agriculture enterprises. It also handles futures and options trading in the commodities markets. In this episode, Sidwell is discussing the …
Category: Ag News
Jun 25
RFK Jr. Heads to Oklahoma to Launch new State Health Campaign
Story from News 9 Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will be at the Oklahoma State Capitol on Thursday to commence the rolling out of a new state health initiative, according to state leaders. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt announced the rollout in a release on Wednesday, saying he will join the HHS secretary for a news …
Jun 25
ICYMI: Secretary Rollins Op-Ed in Deseret News on Repealing Roadless Rule
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins published an opinion piece in the Deseret News following her announcement rescinding the 2001 Roadless Rule earlier this week. “Our forests need thoughtful management, not neglect. Under President Trump’s leadership, we are changing course. We are restoring authority to local line officers, cutting red tape, and giving the Forest …
Jun 25
Seven Stories on How the One Big Beautiful Bill Protects Family Farmers and Ranchers
Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) released a series of grassroots videos featuring hardworking family farmers and ranchers who need Congress to deliver lasting tax relief by passing the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” “Across the nation, farming and ranching families are thinking about how their cattle operation stays in business for future generations. Legislation that …
Jun 25
Is Your Neighborhood Bear Country? What to Do When Bears Are Near
Do you live in the green or orange areas on the map? You may have bears near you! Here’s what bears are up to this time of year: Yearlings, about the size of a medium-sized dogs, are moving out of the den Adult males begin traveling to look for a mate Nursing moms start to …
Jun 25
Ben Hale- Sales Remain Stout Heading Into 4th of July Week
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 …
Jun 25
Texas Rolling Out a Response Team to Combat New World Screwworm
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) are forming a joint response team to coordinate efforts in combating New World screwworm (NWS) prior to its arrival in Texas, following a directive by Governor Greg Abbott. The Texas New World Screwworm Response Team will share essential information with stakeholders and …



















