Mar 10
The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber announced today that Dennis Pruitt, CEcD, will join the organization as senior vice president of economic development. Pruitt will lead the Chamber’s business recruitment and expansion efforts, economic research, industry sector development and destination retail initiatives. He will also lead the Greater Oklahoma City Partnership, a 10-county regional economic development …
Mar 10
During the National Farmer’s Union Convention, Farm Director KC Sheperd caught us with Harrison Pittman, director of the National Agricultural Law Center, to talk about legal concerns of ag producers. “Today, primarily we talked about the Supreme Court Loper Bright decision that deals with the scope of federal authority, and legalize on how courts give …
Mar 10
Dr. Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist, offers his economic analysis of the beef cattle industry as part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Peel, Mark Johnson, and Paul Beck. Today, Dr. Peel analyzes uncertainty and volatility in the cattle market. Cattle prices continue …
Mar 10
One of the main factors driving the recent increase in egg prices is the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1), also known as the bird flu. This strain has been more active recently, with its spread linked to the migratory patterns of wild birds. Waterfowl, such as ducks and geese, are natural carriers of …
Mar 10
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr., a speaker at the National Farmer’s Union Annual Convention held in downtown Oklahoma City this week, visited with Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays about the Cherokee Nation’s 12,000 sq./ft. meat processing facility located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The facility really “beefed” up production during the COVID pandemic. …
Mar 10
Representative Danny Sterling of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, District 27, recently participated in a judging panel at the Oklahoma Electric Cooperative (OEC), where he witnessed the speaking skills and research presentations of the state’s young people. “We are here to acknowledge the dedication and investigative efforts of these young individuals,” Representative Sterling stated, expressing …
Mar 10
Statewide Discussion: Solidly wetting rains occurred at most locations across the southern half of Oklahoma, providing both amount and duration, boosting composite fuel moisture. Fire weather this week will drive escalating fire danger ahead of a potent storm system arriving on Friday. Wildfire activity is expected to increase through the week with a warming trend …
Mar 10
National Farmers Union (NFU) honored former U.S. Senator Tom Harkin of Iowa with the 2025 Award for Meritorious Service to American Agriculture, its highest distinction, at the opening banquet of the 123rd Anniversary Convention. “Senator Tom Harkin was steadfastly committed to American family farmers throughout his life and 40-year career in the U.S. Congress,” said …
Mar 10
We’re excited to announce that Dry Matter Intake (DMI) and $Gain expected progeny differences (EPD) are now officially published on every animal on Herdbook. Two new trait predictions that empower producers to make informed decisions to select for animals that balance biological and economic efficiency by selecting for cattle that balance intake and growth for …
Mar 10
National Farmers Union announced the launch of the Farmers Capital Fund, a $25 million investment initiative dedicated to supporting early- and growth-stage companies that accelerate agricultural productivity while advancing the economic success of family farmers and ranchers. By investing in innovative, economically sustainable solutions, the Farmers Capital Fund will promote cutting-edge technologies, operational efficiencies and market …
