House and Senate Republicans in April adopted a budget blueprint to instruct congressional committees to begin working on legislation to renew the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and include spending provisions, with dairy-related items an NMPF focus. Republicans are writing this bill using the budget reconciliation process, which allows Congress to enact tax and …
Category: Ag News
May 06
Use Emergence to Fine-Tune Corn Management Plans
AgriGold agronomist shares advice on how to make the most of your resources. In a perfect world, all your corn would emerge within a narrow (ideally 12-hour) window. But the reality of every field emerging evenly, let alone every acre is slim to none. Farmers can, however, track emergence and use that information to guide …
May 06
Richard Gupton: ARA’s Focus on Regulatory Certainty and Farm Bill Priorities
At the Washington Watch in Washington, D.C., Oklahoma Farm Report’s Maci Carter had the chance to speak with Richard Gupton, Senior Vice President for Public Policy & Counsel at the Ag Retailers Association (ARA.). The ARA is based in Washington and represents the interests of ag retailers and distributors throughout the nation. As the representative …
May 06
Richard D. Lawrence Awarded Oklahoma Cross of Valor
Richard D. Lawrence, of Wakita, was awarded the Oklahoma Cross of Valor on Monday in a ceremony at the Oklahoma State Capitol. Issuing a citation in his honor were Reps. Ty Burns, R-Pawnee, and Collin Duel, R-Guthrie, chair and vice chair of the Legislative Veterans Caucus, and David Smith, R-Arpelar, a member of the caucus …
May 06
Ben Hale Observes a Rise in Quality at Recent Cattle Markets
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 …
May 06
Mark Johnson discusses Needle Selection for Vaccinating Cattle
Mark Johnson, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Breeding Specialist, offers herd health advice as part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Derrell Peel, Johnson, and Paul Beck. Today, Johnson discusses needle selection for vaccinating cattle. When selecting a needle, choose one that is sharp, durable and …
May 06
Investing in Beef: Dr. Randall Spare’s Insights on Genomic Testing Benefits
Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, had the chance to speak with the operator of the Ashland Veterinary Center, Dr. Randall Spare, at the recent Hemphill County Beef Conference in Canadian, Texas. They discussed the importance of maintaining a high-quality product for beef consumers. Hays pointed out a statement that Dr. Spare made during his …
May 06
42nd Annual SouthEast Agricultural Lenders School
Registration is now open for the 42nd Annual SouthEast Agricultural Lenders School (SEALS) as the agricultural sector navigates economic variability and complex market forces. Scheduled for May 20-22, 2025, at the SC Water Resources Center on Clemson University’s campus, this program offers insights under the theme, “The Art & Science of Ag Lending.” Limited seating …
May 06
Tuesday Preopening Market Update with Dave Lanning
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
May 06
Radio Oklahoma Network State Capitol Report for Wednesday, February 12, 2025
RON’s Jacquelyn Farris reports from the State Capitol
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