Mar 14
“The Senate passage of the continuing resolution to fund federal government operations through the remainder of the fiscal year puts behind us a process that has stretched on for more than six months. With this critical step complete, Congress must now urgently focus on priorities essential to the success of American agriculture. “As the budget …
Mar 14
Save these dates! Oklahoma Water Resources Board is pleased to announce the fifth round in our series of stakeholder input meetings, in locations across the state, focused on the 2025 update of Oklahoma’s Comprehensive Water Plan (OCWP). While anyone may attend, we request participation from local officials, water utility suppliers, regulated industry, commercial agricultural producers, economic …
Mar 14
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and John Thune (R-SD), Senate Majority Leader and Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, introduced the Crop Insurance for Future Farmers Act. This bipartisan legislation would help beginning farmers and veterans receive more affordable crop insurance …
Mar 14
Yesterday, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the agency will undertake 31 historic actions in the greatest and most consequential day of deregulation in U.S. history, to advance President Trump’s Day One executive orders and Power the Great American Comeback. Combined, these announcements represent the most momentous day in the history of the EPA. …
Mar 14
House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, issued the following statement regarding extreme winds, wildfires, and evacuation notices in Oklahoma. “As we experience extreme winds and wildfires in Oklahoma, I urge everyone to listen to the professionals and evacuate when needed,” Leader Munson said. “I know this is a scary time right now, so let’s …
Mar 14
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) proudly announced the recipients of the 2025 Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship and Neil Dierks Scholarship at the National Pork Industry Forum. Sponsored in partnership with CME Group and the National Pork Industry Foundation (NPIF), these awards recognize exceptional university students dedicated to advancing careers in the U.S. …
Mar 14
Each week, Beltway Beef brings you the latest policy news affecting the U.S. cattle and beef industry. Hear from subject-matter experts, producers, and industry leaders on the topics that impact the business viability of farms and ranches across the country. On this episode, NCBA Chief Counsel Mary-Thomas Hart joins to share an update on the …
Mar 14
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) elected new officers and board members to lead the organization through the 2025-2026 term. These seasoned leaders will continue to advocate for policies benefiting U.S. pork producers, ensuring the industry’s growth, sustainability, and resilience on a national level. “The strength of NPPC lies in the leadership and vision of those …
Mar 14
We knew that a second Trump Administration would be as different from the Biden years as night is from day. President Trump has wasted no time delivering tangible results that will have a tremendously positive impact on Oklahoma. The most significant actions affecting our state are President Trump’s executive orders regarding illegal immigration and border …
