Jun 11
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the cattle industry. …
Jun 11
Today, U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, released a five-year farm bill proposal. The National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) President Keeff Felty provided the following statement in response: “NAWG commends Ranking Member Boozman for continuing to move the process forward by releasing his version …
Jun 11
Macroeconomic Overview: The latest International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) World Economic Outlook report highlighted divergence in economic growth and policy. While GDP growth and inflation rates in major economies followed different trajectories in 2023, recent decisions by central banks demonstrate a separation in interest rate policy. In early June, the European Central Bank (ECB) made its first …
Jun 11
“I would like to commend Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member John Boozman for putting forward a draft farm bill framework earlier today. The proposal would make significant investments to strengthen farmers and ranchers and bolster rural communities. Having the Senate committee taking up a farm bill is the next logical step in the process of …
Jun 11
Following the release of U.S. Senate Republican’s farm bill framework, Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-15) issued the following statement: “Ranking Member Boozman and Senate Agriculture Republicans have put forward a slate of thoughtful proposals that must be addressed in the next farm bill. Their framework elevates the urgent needs voiced by diverse stakeholders across the country, and articulates …
Jun 11
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) opened registration with a rejuvenated schedule for its annual Conference & Expo, to be held Dec. 3-5 in Houston, Texas. ARA Board Chair Amy Asmus, co-owner of Asmus Farm Supply, encourages industry leaders to join the conversations at the ARA Conference this year: “The ever-changing landscape of ag retail presents …
Jun 11
Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) welcomed the Farm Bill framework released by Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member John Boozman (R-AR). Included in the framework are top priorities for cattle producers, similar to the bipartisan House Farm Bill, such as funding to protect the U.S. cattle herd from foreign animal disease, continued support for …
Jun 11
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Oklahoma State Director Kenneth Corn invited applications for grants to help organizations improve housing, community facilities, and community and economic development in rural areas. USDA is providing grants available under the Rural Community Development Initiative program. The program provides funding to organizations that provide financial and technical assistance …
Jun 11
The 2024 American Agri-Women (AAW) Fly-In, a groundbreaking event that brought together women from across the agricultural and natural resource industries, took place this past week in the nation’s capital. The AAW Fly-In was opened to all women in these fields for the first time in its history, offering a unique platform to engage with …
Jun 11
From Gregg Doud, President and CEO, National Milk Producers Federation: “Dairy farmers and their cooperatives commend Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member John Boozman, R-AR, for issuing a strong farm bill framework that marks another important step toward enacting a bipartisan farm bill into law this year. Ranking Member Boozman’s framework includes numerous dairy priorities, such …
