American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on a federal court decision that vacates a burdensome and unfair disaggregation labor rule, which is part of the 2023 Adverse Effect Wage Rate Rule. “Farm Bureau is pleased that the Department of Labor and a federal judge recognized that elements of the 2023 labor rule …
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Aug 28
USMEF Statement on National Pork Board CEO Announcement
USMEF Statement on National Pork Board CEO Announcement The National Pork Board announced the appointment of David Newman, Ph.D., as its new chief executive officer. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom issued the following statement: The National Pork Board has made an outstanding choice, and USMEF congratulates Dr. Newman on his …
Aug 28
The Corn Economy: NCGA Highlights High Production Costs Amidst Economic Crisis
his week, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) continued to raise alarm about the economic crisis hitting rural America, as commodity prices drop at a time when input costs remain at near-record highs. As NCGA urges Congress and the administration to act to drive increased demand for corn, such as higher blends of ethanol and increased foreign market …
Aug 28
National Pork Board taps David Newman to lead the organization as CEO
The National Pork Board (NPB), the producer-led and consumer-focused national Pork Checkoff organization, has named David Newman the organization’s new CEO effective September 1, 2025. Newman most recently served as NPB’s senior vice president of market growth. He joined the organization full-time in June 2023. “After a thorough and thoughtful nationwide executive search process, we …
Aug 28
Dairy heifer inventories to shrink further before rebounding in 2027
The U.S. dairy industry is facing a potential shortage of its most important resource – milk cows. The number of replacement heifers available to enter the dairy herd as milk producing cows has already fallen to a 20-year low. Based on new CoBank research, replacements could fall even further over the next two years before …
Aug 28
Debbie Long Announces Candidacy for OK HD9
Lifelong Oklahoman, community leader, and devoted public servant Debbie Long has officially announced her candidacy to serve the communities of Claremore, Owasso, Limestone and Valley Park in Oklahoma House of Representatives, District 9. With a decades-long record of service including her current role as Mayor of Claremore, Long brings both experience and heart to her …
Aug 28
Ensuring Public Trust with Free Expression of Religious, Social, Cultural and Political Beliefs
No Oklahoman should be denied access to financial services. This reality has hit homes and businesses across the state. While the world has made money the lifeblood for everyday survival, so too have financial institutions become woven into the fabric of daily life. This power creates potent dangers on every side. With the most recent …
Aug 28
Nominations Now Being Accepted for 46th Oklahoma Governor’s Arts Awards
Every day across Oklahoma, countless individuals and organizations dedicate themselves to the arts and are making a difference in their communities and schools. From faithful volunteers to seasoned leaders, long-time classroom teachers to determined advocates, these champions for the arts deserve recognition for their outstanding efforts. Since 1975, the Oklahoma Governor’s Arts Awards has been …
Aug 28
OACD |🌱 The Latest in Oklahoma Conservation News 🌱
Mark your calendars for September 21-23, 2025! The NACD South Central Region Meeting is being held in Hot Springs, Arkansas. A room block has been reserved at the Oaklawn Resort in Hot Springs, AR. The Booking ID# is BKG1459. Deadline for the government rate is August 28th. BOOK HERE Please send all registrations to Arkansas …
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