Nov 02
Oklahoma State University researchers have launched a $1 million, four-year, multi-disciplinary project to study stress in cattle using artificial intelligence and sensor technologies. “I had a theory that some of these animals may be genetically predisposed to becoming dark cutters or having heart failure or being less efficient due to physical stressors and animal-environment interactions,” …
Nov 02
Applications for internships are open until December 1, 2023. In a world full of opportunity, internships allow students to take a trial-run of potential career paths. The American Angus Association® is excited to announce five internship positions for the summer of 2024. These 10-week internship programs provide an immersive, hands-on experience, encouraging students to grow …
Nov 02
Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, had the chance to visit with Blaze Currie of the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) group at their booth during the National FFA expo being held this week in Indianapolis. The first meeting of the YQCA, Currie said, was in 2016. “It was a joining …
Nov 02
USDA and FFA sign Memorandum of Understanding at largest annual gathering of youth in agriculture. Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack addressed students, agricultural educators, and guests at the opening session of the 96th National FFA Convention and Expo before signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the organization formalizing a partnership to prepare more students for …
Nov 02
Can adding bat houses to a pecan orchard reduce the need for chemical pest control? Noble scientists are joining a quest to find out. While bats may be one symbol people associate with the scary time of Halloween, we have no reason to fear them and many reasons to be glad they’re around. By consuming …
Nov 02
Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04), Vice Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4364, the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024, yesterday evening. Cole supported the legislation. “It is the duty of Congress to remain open and working to serve the American people,” …
Nov 02
Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today voted in favor of a “minibus” spending bill that includes funding for three of the 12 appropriations bills: Military Construction-Veterans Affairs (Milcon-VA), Agriculture-Food & Drug Administration, and Transportation-Housing and Urban Development. “I am glad the Senate is finally voting on appropriations bills with amendments and input from Senators,” said Lankford. …
Nov 02
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Nov 02
It has been a magical year for all of the National FFA Officers that are wrapping up their year of service this week at the 96th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis as they lead the General Convention sessions this week. That includes their leader- National FFA President Andrew Seibel from Virginia. Seibel has roots in …
