Nov 13
While attending the National Association of Farm Broadcasters Convention, Farm Director KC Sheperd caught up with the president of the National Farmers Union (NFU), Rob Larew to discuss lots of topics being covered after the presidential election. “There are so many unknowns right now,” Larew said. “For farmers and ranchers, I think there is a …
Nov 13
Today, Nov. 13, 2024, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan announced the appointment of 18 new members and reappointment of 6 members to the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Federal Advisory Committee. The FRRCC provides independent policy advice and recommendations to the Administrator on crucial environmental issues affecting agriculture and rural communities. Dr. …
Nov 13
Senate Pro Tem Designee Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today released the following statement after the Senate swearing in ceremony on the Senate Floor at the Oklahoma Capitol. “Today, we officially and proudly welcome our newly sworn-in senators to the Oklahoma Senate,” Pro Tem Designee Paxton said. “Their commitment to serving our state, their constituents and all …
Nov 13
Senator James Lankford (R-OK) was elected as Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference today and delivered remarks following the election. Remarks: Congratulations to John Thune. We’re looking forward to his great leadership there. Republicans were asked a very simple thing—can you get us back on track? Over 70% of the country right now believes …
Nov 13
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor issued the following statement on the 2024 congressional election results: “We’re excited to have so many new and familiar leaders in Congress ready to work on a bipartisan basis to deliver for rural America. Lawmakers from both parties campaigned and won on their support for jobs in the U.S. bioeconomy. …
Nov 13
“I congratulate Senator John Thune on his election as Majority Leader when Republicans take control of the chamber this January. Senator Thune has been a champion of farmers and ranchers both in South Dakota and across the country. He is also strong supporter of farmer co-ops and has served as the co-chair of the Congressional …
Nov 13
Several county Farm Bureaus were recognized for their efforts to further agriculture and rural Oklahoma on Saturday, Nov. 9, during Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s 83rd annual meeting in Oklahoma City. Each year, OKFB recognizes the county Farm Bureaus that have excelled in program areas such as membership, public policy, local affairs, service to members, Women’s Leadership Committee …
Nov 13
Today, the Animal Agriculture Alliance released a new report detailing U.S. animal agriculture’s contributions to the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). According to the report, U.S. animal agriculture is actively contributing toward all 17 of the SDGs, including Zero Hunger, Decent Work and Economic Growth, and Climate Action. The SDGs will be a central focus of the …
