The Rural Cooperative Development Grants (RCDG) program aims to enable nonprofit institutions to establish and operate centers for rural cooperative development. Its primary objective is to improve the economic condition of rural areas by helping nonprofit organizations, who in turn provide technical assistance to start, expand, or improve cooperatives and mutually owned businesses in rural …
Category: Ag News
Sep 05
Scott Munz Previews The 2025 Oklahoma State Fair
Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Scott Munz about the upcoming Oklahoma state fair and munz says the State Fair’s theme this year is built around the simple joys of attending: “We’ve centered it around our theme, which is eat, ride, and repeat, two of the biggest things that people like to do at the …
Sep 05
NCBA’s Kent Bacus Testifies in 301 Investigation Over Brazilian Trade Practices
In today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), who raised strong concerns about Brazilian beef imports during testimony before the U.S. International Trade Commission. “When it comes to Brazil, we’ve got a long-standing list of concerns. …
Sep 05
Dirt Under the Nails: Ag Careers Shifting Towards Hands-On Opportunities for New Grads
As a new wave of graduates looks to plant their roots in the agriculture industry, a notable shift is occurring in the job market. While certain segments, particularly in corporate agriculture, have seen recent layoffs, the demand for hands-on, service-oriented roles remains robust. Tammy Jensen of AgriCareers, Inc., a leading voice in agricultural recruitment, offers …
Sep 05
Friday 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.
Sep 04
Implementing the United States-Japan Agreement
Today, President Donald Trump announced a new framework agreement with Japan to address trade imbalances and national security concerns. The agreement establishes a reciprocal tariff system, placing a 15 percent tariff on most Japanese imports to the United States while securing significant market access for American products in Japan. This deal, which aims to reduce …
Sep 04
ASA Welcomes Implementation of U.S.–Japan Trade Agreement
Today, President Trump signed an Executive Order implementing the U.S.–Japan Trade Agreement. Included in the agreement are provisions for Japan to make $8 billion in annual purchases from the United States, including food and agricultural products. While U.S. soy already enjoys strong market access in Japan, this agreement helps further secure a top ten market for …
Sep 04
Reps. Bashore and Fetgatter Named ORA Legislators of the Year
Reps. Steve Bashore, R-Miami, and Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, received Legislator of the Year awards recently from the Oklahoma Restaurant Association (ORA). The two were recognized during an Oklahoma Hospitality Leaders Dinner held at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. The dinner was part of the ORA’s annual expo. “It’s wonderful to be recognized for legislation I’ve …
Sep 04
US Cattlemen’s Association Calls for Tough Action at USTR Section 301 Hearing: Demands Enforceable Standards on Brazil’s Beef Trade
The United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA), represented by Trade Counsel Sheridan McKinney, delivered irrefutable testimony this week before the United States Trade Representative (USTR) in Washington, D.C., calling for immediate and enforceable reforms to address illegal deforestation, corruption, and forced labor in Brazil’s beef supply chains. The public hearing, part of USTR’s Section 301 Investigation …
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