On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
Category: Ag News
Jan 07
Bice Votes to Pass the Laken Riley Act
Today, the House passed H.R. 29, the Laken Riley Act, legislation named after a young woman who was attacked and killed by an illegal immigrant while she was on a jog. The suspect had been paroled and released into the United States after crossing the border illegally in August of 2022. A year later, he …
Jan 07
78th Annual Society for Range Management Meeting to Take Place in Spokane, WA
Join the Society for Range Management (SRM) for their 78th Annual Meeting on February 9- 13, 2025. Each year, the international group convenes individuals who manage, conserve and enjoy rangelands for several days of educational workshops, technical tours, awards ceremonies, and committee meetings in which direction is set for the Society’s year ahead. This year’s …
Jan 07
Ranchers Condemn Reckless Misuse of the Antiquities Act
Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and the Public Lands Council (PLC) condemned the Biden Administration’s irresponsible use of the Antiquities Act to create the Chuckwalla and the Sáttítla Highlands National Monuments. “There are 13 days left in the Biden Administration and once again, the Antiquities Act is being recklessly applied to nearly 1 …
Jan 07
House Elects Speaker, Speaker Pro Tempore
The Oklahoma House of Representatives today elected Rep. Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, as Speaker of the House and Rep. Anthony Moore, R-Clinton, as Speaker Pro-Tempore for the 60th Legislature. “I am excited and deeply humbled to serve the state of Oklahoma in this capacity,” said Hilbert. “This is not a responsibility I take lightly. Our state …
Jan 07
Lankford, Britt, Colleagues Introduce Laken Riley Act in 119th Congress
Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Katie Britt (R-AL) today announced the introduction of the Laken Riley Act, along with the entire Senate Republican Conference. This legislation was introduced in the House ofRepresentatives by Congressman Mike Collins (R-GA). “It’s impossible to fully describe what was taken from Laken and from our family on February 22, 2024. Laken’s …
Jan 07
Mullin Named to Senate GOP Deputy Whip Team
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-WY) today announced that U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) will serve on the Deputy Whip team during the 119th Congress. The Deputy Whip team has a unique responsibility to unite the Senate Republican conference, ensure they have the votes to pass or block legislation, and help lead the charge to enact President-elect Donald J. Trump’s policy agenda. “I’m grateful to …
Jan 07
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Opens 2025 Enrollment, Applications Open for Climate Smart Cotton Program
U.S. cotton growers can now enroll in the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and apply for the Climate Smart Cotton Program for the 2025 crop year. These programs enable growers to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable cotton production, meeting the increasing demand for responsibly produced fiber. The Trust Protocol also provides growers with data and resources …
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