State Representative Brian Hill, a proven conservative leader, businessman, and Chairman of the House Commerce and Economic Development Committee, officially announced his candidacy for Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma. Brian Hill is a husband, father, Christian, conservative, and businessman fighting to unleash Oklahoma’s best as Lieutenant Governor. For two decades, Brian led 14 successful businesses …
Category: Ag News
Sep 02
National Dairy Board Announces College Scholarship Recipients
The dairy checkoff has awarded 12 academic scholarships to students pursuing degrees with a focus on dairy and demonstrating strong potential as future industry leaders. The National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB), through Dairy Management Inc. – which manages the national dairy checkoff – annually awards $2,500 scholarships to 11 students. In addition, the …
Sep 02
OKFB to host high school discussion meet Oct. 8 in El Reno
Oklahoma Farm Bureau invites Oklahoma high school students to hone their discussion skills by competing in the 2025 OKFB High School Discussion Meet Wednesday, Oct. 8, at Redlands Community College in El Reno. The competitive event provides an opportunity for students to discuss agricultural ideas and policies through a round-table discussion where competitors work cooperatively to share …
Sep 02
Micaela Halverson Highlights Career Exploration at AGHerculture Event
Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport spoke to Micaela Halverson who explained that the annual AGHerCulture event is designed to inspire high school girls interested in agriculture. “This is an event that we have been doing for the last five years here in Oklahoma, but it is a gathering of high school agricultural girls and students …
Sep 02
Representative Ty Burns Resigns from Office
Rep. Ty Burns has resigned from the Oklahoma House of Representatives following his guilty plea earlier this week to domestic abuse and assault charges. House Speaker Kyle Hilbert said he agreed with Burns’ decision to step aside. “Domestic violence of any kind cannot and will not be tolerated by the House of Representatives,” Hilbert said …
Sep 01
EPA Administrator Zeldin Tours Midwest, Announces Action to Support Lower Food Prices for Americans
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin concluded a Midwest swing this week, visiting with state, local and federal partners, farmers and other stakeholders in Nebraska, South Dakota and Minnesota, and announcing significant regulatory relief for meat and poultry processors that will help keep food prices affordable for American families while maintaining environmental protections. …
Sep 01
Cattlemen Aren’t Slowing Down
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Certified Angus Beef’s mission is to increase demand for registered Angus genetics. The brand is owned by the American Angus Association, but we don’t take funding from membership or registration fees. Our structure is unique, given we don’t actually own any beef. Only our trademarks and logo. We’re often asked: So, how …
Sep 01
Sorghum Legislative & Policy Updates
China’s Retreat Reshapes Sorghum Trade USDA’s August trade outlook highlights the steep decline in U.S. farm exports to China, and sorghum is very much part of that story. Sorghum exports to China today are down 97% year-over-year. This underscores the importance of China and new trade agreements. USDA Weighs “Bridge” Payments for Farmers Deputy Agriculture Secretary …
Sep 01
Congresswoman Stephanie Bice Welcomes NIH Director to Oklahoma City
Congresswoman Stephanie Bice hosted National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Jay Bhattacharya in Oklahoma City for a series of visits highlighting medical research and innovation breakthroughs. The visit included tours of the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF), Stephenson Cancer Center, OU Health Sciences Center, and Dean McGee Eye Institute — all of which showcase advancements …
Sep 01
EPA Announces Action to Support Lower Food Prices for Americans and Reduce Burden on American Farmers by Addressing Meat and Poultry Discharge Regulations
At Christensen Farms in Minnesota, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a final action imposing no additional wastewater discharge regulations on meat and poultry processing facilities. This action advances the Trump Administration’s successful efforts to support a lower cost of living for American families and American farmers while protecting human health and …