American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter. “Farm Bureau joins the nation in remembering President Jimmy Carter. From his humble start on a small farm in Georgia to his election to the nation’s highest office, his life is a testament to the potential within every …
Category: Ag News
Dec 30
A Year in Review with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions
Normally 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 …
Dec 30
Trump-Vance Transition Team Offers Overview of USDA Secretary Intended Nominee Brook Rollins
The following information has been provided by the Trump-Vance transition team about the intended nominee for Secretary of Agriculture at the USDA, Brooke Rollins. Anna Kelly, Trump- Vance Transition spokesperson says of Rollins:“Brooke Rollins is the ideal nominee to lead President Trump’s U.S. Department of Agriculture,with her deep roots in agricultural communities, exceptional leadership at …
Dec 30
Leader Munson sends condolences for Former President Jimmy Carter
House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, released the following statement of condolences after Former President Jimmy Carter passed away at 100. “My heart is with former President Jimmy Carter’s family—and all of us across the globe impacted by his life—at this time as they cope with such a magnificent loss,” Leader Munson said. “President …
Dec 30
R-CALF USA Closes Stretch of Successful Meetings, Fundraisers Amid Support Against EID Mandate
Throughout the final months of 2024, hundreds of cattle producers have attended meetings and fundraisers hosted by R-CALF USA across South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, and Minnesota, as the battle against the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s electronic identification (EID) eartag mandate gains support. To launch the 2024-2025 rollover calf sale fundraiser season, Platte Livestock Market in …
Dec 30
NCBA Statement on New Temporary Relief from the Corporate Transparency Act
Today, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Executive Director of Government Affairs Kent Bacus issued a statement following the latest court development that has once again put the Corporate Transparency Act reporting requirements temporarily on hold: “In a new decision, the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a previous ruling they issued before Christmas and …
Dec 30
Monday Preopening Market Update with Dave Lanning
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Dec 30
Oklahoma Congressman Frank Lucas Remembers the Life of Farmer President Jimmy Carter
Congressman Frank Lucas of Oklahoma’s Third Congressional District released the following statement on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter: “America has lost a faithful and selfless public servant. While he faced a number of political challenges throughout his time in office, it was President Carter’s generosity, honesty, and deep religious roots that characterized his …
Dec 30
House Ag Committee Chair GT Thompson on the Passing of Former President Jimmy Carter
On Sunday afternoon, Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-15), issued the statement below following the passing of former President Jimmy Carter: “Penny and I join the nation in mourning the loss of Jimmy Carter—a President, Governor, State Senator, and dedicated leader who represented the state of Georgia and the American people with honor and distinction. Jimmy Carter …
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