Today, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) delivered the following opening statement at a full committee hearing titled “CFTC Reauthorization: Stakeholder Perspectives.” Watch the full hearing here. [As prepared for delivery.] Thank you to our witnesses for being here today, and for the opportunity to hold this very important hearing as we look …
Category: Ag News
Dec 11
Missouri Corn Scholarship Applications Now Available
The Missouri Corn Foundation is continuing the longstanding tradition of awarding seven deserving students $1,000 scholarships in 2026. Applications for the Missouri Corn Scholarship Program are now available online for high school seniors and college juniors pursuing a degree in agriculture. “Investing in the future of our industry goes beyond building markets. It’s also investing …
Dec 11
Secretary Rollins Sends Letter Challenging California’s Proposed Redistribution of Ag Land
Today, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins sent a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom (PDF, 1.4 MB) demanding California abandon a proposal that would redistribute agricultural land based on race, ethnicity, and national origin. This letter comes as the California Land Equity Task Force considers a draft proposal that would encourage and facilitate land transfers and …
Dec 11
Dr. Nancy Jackson Explains the Power of the Beef Federation
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Dr. Nancy Jackson, chair of the Federation of State Beef Councils, who explains the structure, purpose, and grassroots strength behind the Federation. Dr. Jackson, a Mississippi veterinarian and cattle producer, notes that many folks struggle to understand how the Federation fits within …
Dec 11
Drought Monitor: Oklahoma Drought Expands to 66% as Dry Pattern Persists
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. The latest Oklahoma Drought Monitor shows that while exceptional drought remains at zero percent, dry conditions continue to tighten their grip across the state, with overall drought coverage rising to 66% this week—up from 59% last week. Extreme drought holds steady in southern Oklahoma at just under …
Dec 11
New Research Reveals Strong Baseline Results in Farmer Interest And Investment in Agricultural Drone Technology and Services
A new national study reveals some bullish baseline trends regarding how American farmers are approaching agricultural drone technology and related equipment as an emerging cornerstone of crop production. The research, “Farmer Perceptions of Agricultural Drones,” was sponsored by SweetWater Technologies, Agri Spray Drones, the National Corn Growers Association and Syngenta. The project was also deployed …
Dec 11
Agriculture Tariff Relief Coupled with Federal Tax Incentives Can Strengthen Farmers’ Bottom Line
alliant is urging farmers to combine the recently announced $12 billion immediate bridge funding package with the R&D credit. The Trump administration this week announced a significant relief plan to support farmers affected by market challenges. These payments are intended to help farmers survive until next planting season and only apply to certain operations. While …
Dec 11
Administration Providing Economic Assistance Payments to Struggling Farmers
In an Article in Southern Ag today by Joe Outlaw and Bart L. Fischer they write: On Monday, December 8th, President Trump and USDA Secretary Rollins announced the creation of the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, a new round of economic assistance totaling $12 billion for the 2025 crop, with $11 billion for row crop …
Dec 11
Lessons from 2025: Preparing for Disease, Pests, and Weed Control in the 2026 Crop Season
Lessons from 2025: Preparing for Disease, Pests, and Weed Control in the 2026 Crop Season As the agricultural community turns the calendar from the 2025 growing season to 2026, reflection is key to preparation. In a recent interview with Oklahoma Farm Report’s Maci Carter, Todd Cogdill with FMC emphasized that producers need to learn from …
Dec 11
Thursday Preopening Market Update with Dave Lanning
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
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