Sep 01
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s longstanding Meat and Poultry (MPP) Effluent Guidelines and Standards will stand, as EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that proposed changes to the regulation are unnecessary. In reaching its decision, EPA determined existing federal wastewater regulations under the Clean Water Act are effective and the burdens that proposed changes would inflict …
Aug 31
The origins of Labor Day in the United States are deeply rooted in the struggles of 19th-century workers, including many immigrants who sought a better life but found harsh realities. The story of Peter McGuire, an Irish immigrant’s son, is a testament to the birth of this national holiday. Born into poverty, Peter McGuire began …
Aug 29
According to DTN- “Southern live cattle have traded at mostly $242 ($2.00 higher than last week’s weighted average) and Northern dressed cattle have traded at mostly $385 ($1.00 lower than last week’s weighted average). That $242 was reported by the Texas Cattle Feeders, who represent feedlots in Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico. The live cattle …
Aug 29
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a series of significant enhancements to the federal crop insurance system, designed to provide better support for farmers and ranchers. These improvements, which took effect on July 1, 2025, aim to strengthen the agricultural safety net and encourage more producers to manage their risk effectively. In an …
Aug 29
John Deere (NYSE: DE) announced today the full acquisition of GUSS Automation, LLC, a globally recognized leader in supervised high-value crop autonomy, headquartered in Kingsburg, California. The acquisition builds on an existing joint venture established in 2022 and advances John Deere’s commitment to helping high-value crop growers address their biggest challenges around labor availability, input …
Aug 29
In an article by Bart Fisher and Joe Outlaw at Texas A&M they write: A common question we’ve been fielding since passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill: “with all this money coming from the Federal government, why do farmers keep complaining?” It’s generally followed by: “you just can’t make some people happy.” There’s no question …
Aug 29
Summer is winding down and students are heading back to school. This is a great time to highlight how beef’s ten essential nutrients play an important role in supporting academic and physical performance. Let us know what you are sharing to help others create moments to savor this grilling season by sharing your posts in …
Aug 29
Sen. Mary Boren, D-Norman, is encouraging landowners and residents across the state to share their thoughts on an emerging and practical land-use strategy that combines farming and solar energy, known as agrivoltaics. Boren will hold an interim study on the topic this Tuesday, September 2, at 1:00 p.m., room 535 of the state Capitol. Agrivoltaics …
Aug 29
There’s no doubt that an introduction of New World screwworm, which is advancing northward from Central America and through Mexico, would have a devastating impact on America’s livestock, wildlife and people. The USDA states the screwworm “threatens over $100 billion in United States economic activity tied to the cattle and livestock industry alone.” Many of …
