Category: Ag News
Jan 30
Missouri Corn Growers Share Priorities, Recognize Partners
Corn farmers, industry representatives, and guests from across the state gathered in Jefferson City, Mo., yesterday for the Missouri Corn Growers Association (MCGA) annual meeting and legislative day. The morning kicked off at the Capitol Plaza Hotel with MCGA’s annual meeting, where Attorney General Andrew Bailey provided the keynote address. Members also reviewed financials, heard …
Jan 30
The Rural Gone Urban Foundation Presents Wanderlust
The Rural Gone Urban Foundation invites you to a night of Wanderlust on February 15 at the Will Rogers Theatre in Oklahoma City. Featuring Straight Tequila Night, an original ‘90s Country Tribute Band, guests will enjoy their favorites from 90s FM radio with a band that’s already sold out Oklahoma music venues three times this …
Jan 30
Zoetis Expands Folds of Honor Support with Patriots’ Pledge
January 30, 2025 — Zoetis recently announced a new initiative, Patriots’ Pledge, to increase its support for Folds of Honor. Beginning in 2025, proceeds from the sales of select Zoetis products in the cattle, pork and poultry markets will raise funds for Folds of Honor scholarships. Patriots’ Pledge will run from Memorial Day to Veterans …
Jan 30
Dairy MAX Promotes Elizabeth Hurst to Vice President of Communications
Dairy MAX, a dairy council representing 700 dairy farmers, announced the promotion of Elizabeth Hurst to vice president of communications. Hurst previously served as director of corporate communications for more than eight years, where she oversaw all organizational communications including the development and implementation of communications and marketing strategies and ensured all forms of external and internal …
Jan 30
Livestock Marketing Association Opens Applications for 2025 Scholarships
The Livestock Marketing Association, or LMA, is proud to announce the opening of its 2025 scholarship program application period, beginning Friday, January 31. This annual program is designed to support students who understand the vital role of agriculture and its supporting industries, including the auction method of livestock marketing. The program invites applicants to share …
Jan 30
Save the Date: Soil Health Institute 10th Anniversary Meeting
Save the date for the Soil Health Institute’s 10th Anniversary Meeting Sept. 30-Oct. 2 in St. Louis, Missouri, where we’ll exchange ideas, spark new collaborations, and shape the future of soil health. We hope you’ll join us to deepen your knowledge while celebrating a decade of SHI and the soil health movement’s progress. Between workshops, farm tours, …
Jan 30
FDA Ban of Red No. 3 dye to Take Effect in 2027
Brightly colored candies, cookies and cupcakes have long been sweet treats, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is removing a specific color due to health concerns. Red No. 3 dye, also known as E127 or erythrosine, gives some beverages, candies, cupcakes and icings their bright red appearance. It was approved for use in food, …
Jan 30
Drummond defends Oklahoma Pork Producers against California’s radical Proposition 12
Attorney General Gentner Drummond is pushing back against California’s strict hog-housing regulations that would adversely impact Oklahoma’s pork producers. In 2018, California passed Proposition 12, a law requiring out-of-state pork producers to comply with strict farming regulations if they want to sell their pork products. Since California is the nation’s top pork-consuming state, it …
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