Earlier this week, our staff at the Oklahoma Pork Council enjoyed an educational opportunity to meet with key decision makers from the Smithfield Foods Midwest Pork Division. Organized by longtime Oklahoma Pork supporter Conley Nelson as he leads his retirement transition over the coming months, the meeting proved to be a meaningful connection with one …
Category: Ag News
Mar 07
January Beef Exports Above Year-Ago; Pork Trends Modestly Lower
Exports of U.S. beef trended higher than a year ago in January, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Pork exports were slightly below last January’s large totals, despite another outstanding performance in Mexico and Central America. January beef exports reached 102,840 metric tons (mt), up 3% …
Mar 07
EP. 52 – Sen. Deb Fischer: Revving the Engine on Year-Round E15
Momentum is building for a legislative solution allowing the sale of 15% ethanol fuel blends year-round. Corn growers may have their best opportunity yet to advance a legislative solution that would allow the year-round sale of 15% ethanol fuel blends, also known as E15 or Unleaded 88. Such a move would stoke demand for corn and support …
Mar 07
EID Mandate Remains Primary Focus at Series of R-CALF USA Events and Fundraisers
Support for R-CALF USA’s efforts to halt the electronic eartag mandate continues to gain momentum as hundreds of cattle producers gathered at events and fundraisers across South Dakota, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Texas in early 2025. From January 31 through February 8, R-CALF USA and its South Dakota state affiliate, the South Dakota Stockgrowers Association …
Mar 07
Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs Assists with the Veterans History Project & Free Dental Services Event
The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA) is honored to assist with the Veterans History Project in collaboration with the National Archives on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at 9009 SE 15th St., Midwest City, OK. This event aims to preserve the stories and experiences of Oklahoma’s veterans for future generations. Additionally, D-Dent will be …
Mar 07
NCBA Webinar: Biosecurity Manager – Whose Job is This? Unravel the Mystery of Biosecurity Plans
Tuesday, March 11th 6:00 – 7:00 CDT While a biosecurity manager plays a key role in creating and maintaining biosecurity plans, everyone on a cattle operation has a part to play in protecting cattle health. Collaboration between team members simplifies biosecurity measures and ensures effective contingency planning. Dr. Molly Lee will provide a new tool …
Mar 07
2025 National Ag Day Essay Contest Winners Announced
The Agriculture Council of America (ACA) has announced the 2025 National Ag Day video winners. The winners were chosen based on the theme: Agriculture: Why Food Security Equals National Security. The first-place winner, Tuongvy Nguyen of Saint Petersburg, Florida, receives a $1,500 prize. The second-place winner, Kristen Dallas from Las Vegas, Nevada will receive $1,000. Isabella …
Mar 07
NCBA’s Samantha Werth: Unlocking Financial Benefits Through Grazing Management
Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays is talking with the Director of Sustainability at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Samantha Werth, about grazing management. Werth offered resources to help producers with their grazing management decisions, from templates to put their ideas on paper to regional contacts to ask about rotational grazing, adaptive management, or …
Mar 07
House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson sends condolences after passing of former Oklahoma City First Lady Terri Cornett
House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, issued the following statement after the passing of former Oklahoma City First Lady Terri Cornett. “My heart goes out to former Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett and everyone who knew and loved Terri Cornett,” Leader Munson said. “Terri was a beautiful soul who knew the importance of supporting …
Mar 07
OKFB members explore OSU’s Agricultural Hall during Generation Bridge winter gathering
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members 35-55 connected with fellow agricultural leaders and expanded their knowledge of Oklahoma agriculture Saturday, Feb. 15, in Stillwater at OKFB’s Winter 2025 Generation Bridge winter gathering. The nearly 40 event attendees went on a full tour of the new Agricultural Hall and learned about the recent construction of the building and …
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