Gage Long, Vinita, Okla., has earned the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver awards, according to Caitlyn Brandt, events and junior activities director of the American Angus Association® in Saint Joseph, Mo. Long is the 19-year-old son of Rance Long and is a member of the NJAA and the Oklahoma Junior Angus Association. He …
Category: Ag News
Jun 12
Senate Ag Committee Includes Critical Farm Bill Programs in Proposed Budget
The Senate Agriculture Committee released text from its proposed budget reconciliation bill this week, including numerous farm bill provisions that are critical to U.S. soybean farmers. The American Soybean Association appreciates Chairman John Boozman’s efforts to include farm bill programs within the legislation that are key for ASA. “At a time of great uncertainty for …
Jun 12
President Trump signs Mullin Resolution into Law, Eliminating California’s Radical EV Mandates
This morning, President Donald J. Trump signed U.S. Senators’ Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), and Deb Fischer (R-NE) joint resolutions into law to permanently eliminate California’s radical electric vehicle (EV) mandates. President Trump credited Senator Mullin as a “serious fighter” during today’s bill signing at the White House, saying: “Thanks as well to Markwayne Mullin. Senator, …
Jun 12
Secretary Rollins Signs the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates Report
World Agricultural Outlook Board (WAOB) and provides market-moving annual forecasts for supply and use of U.S. and world wheat, rice, coarse grains, oilseeds, and cotton. “American agriculture leads the world and the agricultural industry relies on the gold standard statistics and analysis in USDA reports. It is a privilege to sign this critical market report …
Jun 12
Michigan Farmer Matt Frostic Elected to Serve as NCGA First Vice President
The National Corn Growers Association’s (NCGA) Corn Board has elected Matt Frostic, of Applegate, Michigan, as the organization’s next first vice president for the new fiscal year, which begins October 1, 2025. “I’m honored to be elected by my peers to serve in this new leadership role,” Frostic said. “This is a pivotal time for agriculture, …
Jun 12
Senator Mullins and Coons Introduce World Franchise Day Resolution to Celebrate Entrepreneurs Across the Country
Full text of the World Franchise Day Resolution can be found here.
Jun 12
USDA’s Latest WASDE Report Offers Mixed Signals for Key Crops
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today released its latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) and Crop Production reports, indicating a slightly bullish sentiment for corn and wheat, while maintaining a neutral stance on soybeans. Key adjustments include increased old-crop corn exports and subsequent reductions in ending stocks for both old- and new-crop …
Jun 12
What Farmers Need to Know to Navigate the H-2A Guest Worker Program
Farmers are often surprised by the time commitments, costs and rules for hiring H-2A guest workers. Here are a few things you need to know when deciding whether to bring in guest workers. PLAN AHEAD FOR NEXT YEAR If you think you need help next year, start mapping out your H-2A plan now. The avalanche …
Jun 12
OSU Rodeo Sends Two to College National Finals Rodeo
Two members of the Oklahoma State University Rodeo Team are preparing for the biggest performance of the season. Carli Hawkins and Morgan Bagnell are among the top collegiate rodeo athletes competing at the 2025 College National Finals Rodeo. The CNFR, slated for June 15-21 in Casper, Wyoming, culminates the collegiate rodeo season. The National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association’s …
Jun 12
Emergency Livestock Relief Program: How it Works
Persistent drought and devastating wildfires across much of the U.S. in 2023 and 2024 significantly impacted livestock producers’ ability to maintain herd sizes and grazing operations. In response, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is delivering relief through the Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) 2023 and 2024. The program was formally implemented through a final rule …
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