The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will begin mailing ballots this week for the Farm Service Agency (FSA) county and urban county committee elections to all eligible agricultural producers and private landowners across the country. Elections are occurring in certain Local Administrative Areas for these committee members who make important decisions about how Federal farm programs are …
Category: Ag News
Nov 06
Rep. Cole’s Column: A Proud Heritage
Each year during the month of November, I am proud that our nation takes this time to reflect on the unique heritage, rich history and special contributions of Native Americans. As a proud member of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma, I always take this special time to reflect on my tribal heritage and the importance …
Nov 06
Wheat planting continues amid welcome rains
Oklahoma State University Extension wheat specialists say the slow, soaking rain that fell across parts of the state last week is just what the 2024 wheat crop needed. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports about 75% of next year’s wheat has now been planted. Amanda Silva, OSU Extension small grains specialist, said OSU’s wheat fields …
Nov 06
American Angus Association® concludes a strong fiscal year
Signals in 2023 show strong demand for Angus cattle, beef product. The American Angus Association® concluded a successful fiscal year, filled with industry-leading advances, reflection on the breed’s U.S. history and camaraderie among its membership. As a whole, 2023 marked the ninth-consecutive year of more than 300,000 registrations, with an additional 138,377 transfers. Regular and …
Nov 06
GT Thompson and Frank Lucas Discuss Farm Bill Progress and Priorities at Heritage Place
Today at Heritage Place, close to 100 guests with a vested interest in agriculture and the farm bill were in attendance to listen to the Chairman of the House Ag Committee, GT Thompson, and Congressman Frank Lucas. The event was moderated by Oklahoma Ag Secretary Blayne Arthur. Radio Oklahoma Ag Network Farm Director, KC Sheperd …
Nov 06
Shifting Consumer Demand for Dairy Foods Fuels Butterfat Boom
The long-term demand trends for dairy products indicate butter, cheese and other full-fat dairy foods will continue to grow in sales and volume for the foreseeable future. U.S. consumers have shifted away from margarine and reduced fat dairy foods over the last decade as nutritional science surrounding saturated fats has evolved. As a result, butterfat …
Nov 06
Certified Angus Beef Continually Pushing the Angus Breed Towards Growth and Success
At this year’s American Angus Convention, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, had the chance to visit with the President of Certified Angus Beef, John Stika, about the success of the Certified Angus Beef brand. The focus of the convention, Stika said, was innovation and keeping the Angus breed moving forward for years to …
Nov 06
Demand Remains Key to High Cattle Prices
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 and Mark Johnson. Today, Dr. Peel talks about beef demand and prices. With ever-tightening cattle and beef supplies pushing prices …
Nov 06
New Leadership elected to the American Angus Association board of directors
Association leadership selected for 2024 at the Annual Convention of Delegates. The 140th Annual Convention of Delegates for the American Angus Association® assembled November 6 in Orlando, Florida. Five members were re-elected to the board of directors for a second term. They are Mark Ahearn, Wills Point, Texas; Smitty Lamb, Tifton, Georgia; Charles Mogck, Olivet, …
Nov 06
OSU Extension to host free National Diabetes Prevention Program
Oklahoma State University Extension will host a virtual informational session on its upcoming National Diabetes Prevention Program. Oklahomans who want to learn more about prediabetes, diabetes and steps to help prevent the disease are invited to attend the session. Lauren Amaya, Oklahoma State University Extension diabetes specialist, will host the Zoom session at noon on …
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