Category: Ag News
Feb 25
Higher Yields and ROI Drive Results of Frontier Fields Trials
Biologicals remain one of the fastest growing segments in agriculture, but questions remain about which ones work, and how. Ever committed to transparency, Mosaic BiosciencesTM launched the Frontier Fields program in 2024, a docuseries on YouTube, to share the authentic opinions and experiences of farmers using their BioPath® bio crop nutrition product. Throughout the 2024 growing season, …
Feb 25
Emerging Data Begins to Quantify Value Beef and Dairy Crossbred Cattle Bring to US Beef Supply Chain
As the U.S. cattle herd continues to shrink to the lowest inventory since 1951, feedlots are pulling cattle from nearly every source they can find. Tight supplies and unwavering consumer demand have pushed cattle prices to new record highs, further straining packer margins. However, on the bright side, consumers have more access to Choice and …
Feb 25
Checkoff Showcasing Dairy Innovation At Natural Products Trade Show
The dairy checkoff is returning to Natural Products Expo West to highlight the innovation and nutritional benefits of dairy to more than 65,000 industry professionals, investors and leaders from consumer-packaged goods (CPG) and retail companies. Dairy farmers and Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) team members will showcase new dairy products and lead an educational session titled …
Feb 25
Sen. Jett Secures Committee Approval for Four Key Bills
Sen. Shane Jett, R-Shawnee, has secured committee approval for four key measures. Senate Bill 561 was approved by the Senate Agriculture and Wildlife Committee and provides that any person who raises quail for personal consumption or noncommercial purposes shall not be required to obtain a license. “With this bill, we’re eliminating unnecessary barriers for Oklahomans …
Feb 25
Outlook for 2025: Dr. Derrell Peel Discusses Future Trends in the Beef Industry
Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays talked to OSU Extension Livestock Market Economist Dr. Derrell Peel after the latest USDA Cattle of Feed Report was released on Friday afternoon, and this is part two of that conversation where they are discussing the beef industry outlook for 2025. To see part one of the conversation, click here. …
Feb 25
NMPF’s Doud Urges More Dairy Trade Opportunities Before Subcommittee
Gregg Doud, president and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), told the House Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee today that expanding market access and enforcing existing trade agreements to America’s dairy producers, workers and exporters is of paramount importance. “To keep up with our competitors from Europe and New Zealand, U.S. dairy exporters …
Feb 25
Oklahoma Drought Update: Western Dryness Raises Concerns
Oklahoma, while currently experiencing relatively low drought levels, is facing increasing dryness in the western part of the state, raising concerns about potential wildfires. Victor Murphy with the National Weather Service provided an update during the Southern Plains Climate Hub seminar, highlighting the rapid changes that can occur in the Southern Plains. Current Drought Status: …
Feb 25
Dan Hennessy Joins Meristem Team as Chief Financial Officer
Veteran Ag Leader Brings Deep Experience in Financial Management, Data Analytics and Customer Focus Agribusiness leader Dan Hennessy has joined the senior management team at Meristem Crop Performance as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In the new role, Hennessy will apply his deep experience in finance, data analytics, and operations management to boost Meristem’s efforts to …
Feb 25
Lucas, Gonzalez Introduce Bill to Hold China Accountable and Protect Taiwan
Yesterday, Congressmen Frank D. Lucas (R-OK) and Vicente Gonzalez (D-TX) re-introduced the Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to Taiwan Act, or the PROTECT Taiwan Act, which passed the House last Congress. Currently, under the Taiwan Relations Act, the President is required to notify Congress if China poses an immediate threat to Taiwan’s security. If this notification is …
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