Today, House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) delivered the following opening statement at today’s full committee hearing “The CFTC at 50: Examining the Past and Future of Commodity Markets.” Remarks as prepared: Good morning and welcome to the House Committee on Agriculture. Fifty years ago, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission opened its doors and …
Category: Ag News
Mar 25
Ranking Member Angie Craig Opening Statement at Hearing on CFTC 50th Anniversary Hearing
Today, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) delivered the following opening statement at a full committee hearing titled “The CFTC at 50: Examining the Past and Future of Commodity Markets.” Watch the full hearing here. Thank you, Chairman Thompson for holding this very important hearing not only to look back at the successful 50-year history of the …
Mar 25
Ben Hale Discusses Market Dynamics at Western Livestock Auctions
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 …
Mar 25
OKFB supports ag youth with more than $70,000 in sponsorships at OYE
Oklahoma Farm Bureau continued the organization’s tradition of supporting Oklahoma’s agricultural youth by purchasing premiums at the 2025 Oklahoma Youth Expo Sale of Champions Friday, March 21, in Oklahoma City, in addition to overall sponsorships of Oklahoma’s largest youth livestock show. OKFB’s financial support of OYE in 2025 totaled more than $70,000. OKFB purchased more than $43,000 …
Mar 25
Chickens Before Eggs
While some of us might be tired of reading (and writing) about eggs, there is some new data out that sheds some more light on the pace of production recovery. USDA released its Chickens and Eggs report on Friday, March 21st. For eggs, two of the most important numbers in the report are: the number of table …
Mar 25
OSU’s Dr. Amy Hagerman Offers Roadmap for Oklahoma Producers After Devastating Wildfires
Recent wildfires have devastated Oklahoma’s agricultural landscape, leaving producers reeling. In a recent interview, with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Amy Hagerman offered crucial advice for those affected and outlined available assistance programs. “Yeah, the first thing is always safety when getting back into those areas,” Dr. Hagerman emphasized. “Make sure the …
Mar 25
The Heart of America by Congressman Tom Cole
Agriculture is truly the heart of America – and as a lifelong Oklahoman, I know this firsthand. While my home state is a leader in many things like aviation and energy, it is agriculture that really drives our state’s economy. In fact, Oklahoma ranks first in the nation in the production of rye, third in …
Mar 25
Oklahoma Man Arrested for Alleged Cattle Theft in Harmon County, Okla.
Mark Dennis, a Hollis, Okla. man, was arrested March 12 at his residence on felony charges for larceny of livestock following an investigation by Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Chris Ward and Harmon County Sheriff Steve Cornett. Dennis is awaiting formal charges for four counts of larceny of a domestic animal. According …
Mar 25
Scott Clawson: Hay Season Will Soon Be Upon Us
On today’s Cow-Calf Corner, Scott Clawson, M.S., Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service NE Area Agricultural Economics Specialist writes about strategizing for hay season. The value of a hay bale is determined by a complex set of supply and demand factors. We can summarize this by saying that hay, especially in drought conditions, acts an …
Mar 25
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.
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