Dr. Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist, offers his economic analysis of the beef cattle industry as part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Peel, Mark Johnson, and Paul Beck. Today, Dr. Peel discusses the cattle market. Feeder cattle prices continue to push to …
Category: Ag News
Aug 18
HHS Launches “MAHA in Action” Tracker as Public Health Wins Sweep the Nation
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today launched MAHA in Action—a dynamic new platform showcasing the powerful federal initiatives and state-led reforms advancing President Donald J. Trump and Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda. This interactive tool offers a clear, accessible window into the bold actions reshaping America’s food, health, …
Aug 18
Madelyn Derks to Lead ASA’s Regulatory Efforts as Director of Government Affairs
The American Soybean Association is pleased to announce that Madelyn Derks has joined the association’s Washington, D.C., office today as Director of Government Affairs. She will oversee ASA’s regulatory portfolio, including crop protection tools, agricultural biotechnology, environmental regulations, and other key issues. Derks most recently served as legislative director for U.S. Rep. Mark Alford (R-MO), where she …
Aug 18
Product Showcase Connects U.S. Meat Exporters with Buyers from Across Latin America
The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) conducted another highly successful Latin American Product Showcase, connecting U.S. red meat exporters with dozens of prospective buyers from Central and South America. Held July 30-31 in Guatemala City, the 13th edition of the showcase featured 67 exhibitors and representatives from more than 80 USMEF member companies. With prospective …
Aug 18
OCA Announces Results of the 2025 Ranch Rodeo
Following two days of intense and skilled competition, Daube Cattle Company and 3C Cattle Company of Ardmore, Okla. earned the champion overall team title for the second consecutive year at the 41st Annual Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) Ranch Rodeo, held Aug. 15–16 at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Okla. 12 ranch teams from across …
Aug 18
Oklahoma Ranch Rodeo Celebrates 41 Years of “Cowboys Helping Kids”
This year marks the 41st anniversary of a special event where the grit and skill of Oklahoma cowboys serve a heartfelt cause. Oklahoma Farm Report’s Maci Carter sat down with Lynn Phillips, a long-time announcer and one of the event’s initial planners, to discuss the history and mission of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) Ranch …
Aug 18
Monay 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.
Aug 16
USDA Announces Sweeping Plans to Protect the United States from New World Screwworm
On Friday, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins at the Texas State Capitol alongside Governor Greg Abbott and stakeholders from across the country announced the largest initiative yet in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) plan to combat the New World Screwworm (NWS). This announcement builds upon USDA’s five-pronged plan issued in June to combat the …
Aug 15
AFR Grateful for Oklahoma Involvement in Beef Labeling Brief
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond joined 10 other state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief this week in support of accurate beef labeling. In the U.S., large beef processors label foreign-sourced beef products under the “Product of USA” label by processing or packaging the products in the U.S. The attorneys general coalition argued that …
Aug 15
Tammi Didlot Announces Campaign for Oklahoma State Senate
Tammi Didlot, a third-generation farmer, successful business owner, and lifelong conservative, today announced her candidacy for the Oklahoma State Senate. With deep roots in Southwest Oklahoma and a proven record of service in business, agriculture, and community leadership, Didlot is running to represent the people of Oklahoma with integrity, common sense, and a steadfast commitment …
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