Nov 14
A new research laboratory tied to the Oklahoma State University Innovation Foundation is advancing the mission of OSU Ag Research. OSU Agriculture is responsible for technological discoveries in animal and crop production, 37 wheat varieties resistant to pests and diseases, and 10 turfgrass varieties resistant to drought and freezing. However, the OSU Ag Research lacks certain technologies and resources …
Nov 14
Did you know we are only 41 days away from Christmas? Are you looking for the perfect centerpiece to complete your living space this holiday? Oklahoma is home to more than 20 Christmas tree farms ready to host an authentic Christmas experience for you. There, you can cut your own tree or buy a pre-cut …
Nov 14
Today, Nov. 14, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is issuing an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) under Section 6 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to gather information on the potential risks associated with N-(1,3-Dimethylbutyl)-N′-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine (6PPD) and its transformation product, 6PPD-quinone. In August 2023, the Yurok Tribe, the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe and the …
Nov 14
Today, Clean Fuels Alliance America and 10 national and state associations wrote to House and Senate leaders requesting a one-year extension of the §40A Biodiesel and Renewable Diesel Tax Incentive. With fewer than 60 days till the scheduled transition to the new §45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit and insufficient guidance from the U.S. Treasury, the …
Nov 14
McDonald’s USA, one of the largest fast food restaurant chains, Lopez Foods, a multi-protein producer and long-term supplier to McDonald’s, and Syngenta North America, a leader in agricultural technology, today announced a collaboration that aims to increase feed efficiency and help reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions released per pound of meat produced, as …
Nov 14
Corteva Agriscience continues to provide growers the weed-control solutions they need with the launch of Kyber® Pro herbicide and Sonic® Boom herbicide. Both preemergence products will offer multiple, effective modes of action and extended residual activity to help soybean growers maximize yield potential, while preventing and mitigating weed resistance. “At Corteva, it’s our job to help soybean …
Nov 14
Worldwide, many agricultural soils are deficient in the nutrient zinc – despite the fact that farmers use fertilizers enriched with the element. This limits crop yields and reduces food quality. It’s estimated that roughly a third of the global population consume foods low in zinc, which can increase sickness and death in early childhood, as …
Nov 14
Last night, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) released the following statement after South Dakota Republican Senator John Thune was selected to serve as the new Senate Majority Leader: “Back in March, I announced my strong support for Senator John Thune as our next Majority Leader,” said Senator Mullin. “He’s an experienced leader, a good friend, and just like President Trump, …
Nov 14
The National Livestock Companies are pleased to announce their support, once again, for the All American Beef Battalion (AABB). On Monday, December 16th, the Oklahoma National Stockyards will auction a calf for the benefit of the AABB, along with National Livestock providing lunch for those in attendance. The AABB crew is bringing in their cooker …
Nov 14
The American Angus Association® awarded its second annual Young Breeder of the Year award to fourth-generation Angus breeder Cody Quam of Lodi, Wisconsin on November 3, during the 2024 Angus Convention held in Fort Worth, Texas. Known as a humble, quite man, Quam is not afraid to generously share his knowledge of the cattle industry. …
