May 05
In a comprehensive legislative update, Congresswoman Stephanie Bice sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to pull back the curtain on the intense negotiations surrounding the 2026 Farm Bill. As the House of Representatives dives into a high-stakes appropriations season, Bice noted that while a significant portion of core agricultural provisions were secured last year, …
May 04
Optimizing Agricultural Labor and Rural Healthcare: A Discussion with Senator James LankfordIn a recent interview conducted by Farm Director KC Sheperd at Senator James Lankford’s Washington, D.C. office, the discussion centered on the critical intersection of immigration reform, rural healthcare funding, and the upcoming Farm Bill. This conversation highlighted legislative efforts to stabilize Oklahoma’s agricultural …
May 01
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) is currently navigating a complex landscape of policy risks and market volatility driven by international conflict and domestic regulatory shifts. In a recent discussion with Maci Carter of the Oklahoma Farm Report, Richard Gupton, Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Counsel for the ARA, highlighted the critical issues facing …
May 01
The primary focus for pork producers today centers on navigating legislative hurdles, specifically the upcoming Farm Bill and its potential to address industry-wide concerns regarding interstate trade regulations. During a recent conversation at the National Pork Producers Council booth in Washington D.C., Todd Marotz discussed these pressing issues with Maci Carter for the Oklahoma Farm …
Apr 30
During the Washington Watch event in Washington, D.C., Democrat Angie Craig addressed members of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters to discuss the current legislative landscape. Representative Angie Craig expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed Farm Bill and its potential impact on the agricultural community and food assistance programs. Challenges Facing Modern Farmers Representative Craig …
Apr 29
Farm policy debates are reaching a critical stage in Washington, and House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson says the 2026 Farm Bill is moving through one of the busiest legislative weeks of the year. Speaking with farm broadcasters, Thompson outlined where the bill stands, addressed key amendment fights, and discussed issues ranging from E15 …
Apr 29
The agricultural landscape is reaching a critical turning point as producers across the country await the passage of Farm Bill 2.0, a legislative package designed to modernize financial tools for the next generation of farmers. In a recent conversation, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Christy Seyfert, President and CEO of the Farm Credit …
Mar 25
Oklahoma Congressman Kevin Hern recently sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to discuss his background, his legislative record, and his vision for the future as he transitions from the U.S. House of Representatives to a run for the U.S. Senate. Hern, who currently represents Oklahoma’s First District, officially announced his candidacy for the Senate …
Feb 18
As destructive wildfires continue to sweep across Western Oklahoma, Senator James Lankford joined Farm Director KC Sheperd to provide a critical update on emergency response efforts, state-level relief, wildfire aid, and the mounting frustration over federal funding hurdles. With major fires like the Ranger Road Fire in Beaver County and the 43 Fire in Woodward …
Feb 18
NFU President Rob Larew Calls for Radical Overhaul of Farm Bill Safety Net: The House Agriculture Committee’s recent markup of the Farm Bill is a significant step, but National Farmers Union President Rob Larew emphasizes that there is still a long way to go before reaching the finish line. In a discussion with Farm Director …
