Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) are leading a bipartisan group of 16 senators in urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to restore integrity, stability and growth to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and the U.S. biofuel sector by raising Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) levels for biomass-based diesel and advanced biofuels. The Biden-era …
Category: Ag News
Apr 08
Staples Farm in Harrah, OK, Awarded Top Environmental and Animal Welfare Certification
The pigs at Staples Farm are now Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World (AGW). This certification and food label lets consumers know these animals are raised outdoors on pasture or range in accordance with the highest animal welfare standards in the U.S. and Canada, using sustainable agriculture methods on an independent farm. It is acknowledged …
Apr 08
USDA to Host Data Users’ Meeting on Statistical Programs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will hold its biannual Data Users’ Meeting on April 29, 2025, starting at 12 p.m. ET. This virtual meeting is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required to attend this event. The Data Users’ Meeting is held to share updates to …
Apr 08
New Economist Begins Work at NCGA
The National Corn Growers Association announced today that Gretchen Kuck was hired to serve as an economist for the organization. She started her new position this week. Kuck will work in NCGA’s Washington office and report to Chief Economist Krista Swanson. “We are thrilled to welcome Gretchen to the team,” said Swanson. “She is widely …
Apr 08
Jared Stone named 2025 Ferguson College of Agriculture Outstanding Senior
Jared Stone of Chandler, Oklahoma, was recently named the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture 2025 Louis and Betty Gardner Outstanding Senior. Stone will receive bachelor’s degrees in animal science and agribusiness with a minor in microbiology this spring. He is the son of Caleb and Amanda Stone. The Louis and Betty Gardner Outstanding …
Apr 08
Feeding Minds Press Delivers “I LOVE Blueberries”: Sequel to Award-Winning “I LOVE Strawberries”
The newest title from Feeding Minds Press, “I LOVE Blueberries,” is bursting with farm fresh facts, bringing the joy of farming to readers of all ages. “I LOVE Blueberries,” written by Shannon Anderson and illustrated by Jaclyn Sinquett, is the long-awaited sequel to the award-winning “I LOVE Strawberries.” The story follows Jolie and her new …
Apr 08
Understanding Risk Management in Today’s Cattle Markets
Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays caught up with the Vice President of Operations at Farm Data Services and Oklahoma cattle producer Clay Burtrum to discuss the critical importance of risk management programs in today’s cattle markets. “Every time we think these cattle prices can’t go any higher, they go higher,” Burtrum states. “It …
Apr 08
Growth Energy Commends Senate Letter Urging EPA to Set Strong Biofuel Blending Volumes, Account for SREs
Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, applauded a bipartisan group of 16 senators for a letter they sent this week urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to set strong, multi-year renewable volume obligations (RVOs) and to reallocate any gallons lost through the granting of small refinery exemptions (SREs). Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) …
Apr 08
Western Livestock Auctions Expands: Ben Hale Discusses New Sale Barn in Waurika, OK
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 …
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