National Farmers Union President Rob Larew issued the following statement regarding the ongoing trade dispute between the United States and Canada and its impact on dairy farmers: “Policymakers are focused on U.S. trade policy without solving the underlying problems in the dairy industry—corporate consolidation and continued overproduction. Broad dairy tariffs don’t solve these problems; they …
Category: Ag News
Mar 19
EPA Administrator Zeldin Travels to St. Louis, Missouri, to Discuss Radioactive Waste Cleanup Efforts and Celebrate AG Day
On Monday, March 17, 2025, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin traveled to St. Louis, Missouri, to meet with Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) and community members for a roundtable discussion on the West Lake Landfill. They discussed the work EPA and Senator Hawley are doing to help those impacted. The West Lake landfill Superfund …
Mar 19
Vaccine Storage and Handling: Why the Temperature Matters
Vaccine Storage and Handling: Why the Temperature Matters It is generally accepted that cattle vaccines should be stored at temperatures between 35° F and 46° F. But what happens if they aren’t? “Exposure to temperatures beyond the optimal range has the potential to negatively impact the effectiveness of both killed and modified-live vaccines,” says Dr. …
Mar 19
NASDA celebrates National Agriculture Trade Day, emphasizing the benefits of agricultural trade to American communities
Today, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, alongside 20+ state agriculture departments, celebrates National Agriculture Trade Day. This day highlights the crucial role agricultural trade plays in boosting state economies and supporting farmers and ranchers while underscoring the need for policies that expand market opportunities and keep U.S. agriculture competitive. “Today, we recognize the vital role …
Mar 19
High Fire Danger Across Most of Oklahoma Today
Fire Department Activity: Heavy Initial Attack (35 Fires Burning 54,857.65 Acres) Statewide Discussion: A continuous burning period through the overnight hours with relative humidity values in the single digits driving across the state overnight as a dryline pushed east ahead of a strong cold front with very strong gusty winds. OFS and Fire Department personnel …
Mar 19
Paul Beck: Protecting Your Ranch and Livestock from Wildfires
Weekly, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Nutrition Specialist Paul Beck offers his expertise on the beef cattle industry. This is part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Derrell Peel, Mark Johnson, and Beck. Today, Beck offers advice to protect ranches and livestock from wildfires. Wildfires are …
Mar 19
Secretary Rollins Highlights President Trump’s Proclamation on National Agriculture Day
Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins celebrated National Agriculture Day, reinforcing the importance of American farmers, ranchers, and producers as outlined in President Donald J. Trump’s official proclamation marking the occasion. “Today on National Agriculture Day, we recognize the people who make it all possible. The farmers, the ranchers, and the producers who dedicate their lives to feeding, …
Mar 19
Radio Oklahoma Network State Capitol Report for Wednesday, March 19, 2025
RON News Director Ken Johnson reports from the State Capitol
Mar 19
Wednesday 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.
Mar 19
Assistance Setup for Stillwater Fire Victims
Oklahomans are stepping up to help their neighbors in need after recent wildfires left many families displaced. From local bagpiper to a beloved soccer coach, residents are turning to the community to help those who have lost their homes. I’m passing along their GoFundMes, in the event you are able to include in your ongoing …
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