Chewing the Cud

Scott Fetgatter, District 16 State Representative, and local businessman, discusses the economic opportunities and challenges of deer farming in Oklahoma

Dr. Amy Hagerman, Associate Professor of Agricultural Economics at Oklahoma State University, gives insight on the Big Beautiful Bill, the next Farm Bill, and Ag Policy as we head into the era of AI and big technology.

Dr. Joshua Campbell, Oklahoma Cooperative Extension, discusses his role in managing OSU’s Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Program as well as his support of sustainable agriculture initiatives throughout the State of Oklahoma.

Troy Dodd, Muscogee Nation Lighthorse (Game Warden) discusses hunting and fishing rights and regulations in Indian Country.

Dr. James King, College of the Muscogee Nation, discusses Tribal Colleges and Universities as well as his personal connection to agriculture as a Mvskoke citizen.

Harleigh Moore, Flowerhill Institute, discusses her role in the growing world of Native Agriculture. She also gives insight to her pHD research project centered round bison management as well as her personal and professional connection to Osage Nation.

Billy Haltom, Muscogee Nation Ag Youth Program, discusses programmatic efforts to promote leadership and character building amongst Mvskoke youth.

Robby Deere, Mvskoke Loan Fund CEO, discusses the organization’s impact on Indian owned businesses as well their efforts to promote entrepreneurial development, financial literacy, and business planning.

1. Jim Mordecai, Bigfoot Researcher and Board Member of NOBRO, talks about his personal experiences, the annual Bigfoot Festival at Christ’s Church 40 Acres in SE Oklahoma, and discusses little known facts about Sasquatch.

Julie Norem, Muscogee Nation Conservation District, discusses efforts including garden tilling, soil testing, brush management, and invasive species. Local 4H joins in on ag leadership

Tiger Carman, Muscogee Nation Office of Environmental Services, gives insight on the newly formed Orphan Wells Program and economic opportunities around Carbon Credits.

Ryan Logan, Muscogee Nation Tourism Director, share insights on the 2025 Muscogee Festival, Agritourism, and Cultural Tourism in the heart of Indian Country.

Jeanne Jasper, NRCS State Conservationist, discusses current USDA programs including EQIP, CRP, Agricultural Land Easements, and the role of Tribal Liaisons.

Jacob Rippy, Director of Agriculture for the Muscogee Nation, discusses ranch operations, youth development, meat processing, and future developments for the tribe.

May 16, 2025 Show: Lainey Porter, Langston University, discusses sustainable agriculture, farmer’s markets, and small producers impacting agribusiness throughout the State of Oklahoma.

May 9, 2025 Show: Melissa Welch and Brandon Gibson, Euchee Butterfly Farm, discuss the pollinator crisis and its potential impact on agriculture and the environment.

Jeff Caskey, Technical Assistance Specialist with Intertribal Agriculture Council, discusses the conservation, development and use of agricultural resources for Native American owned lands in Oklahoma

Muscogee Nation Secretary of Interior Trenton Kissee shares his thoughts on the Mvskoke Agribusiness economy, future opportunities for tribal producers, and the history of tribal sovereignty as it relates to hunting and fishing rights on the Reservation.

Shelby Lofton, Federally Recognized Tribal Extension Program Educator and Specialist, discusses her dual role in supporting both Oklahoma State University and the College of the Muscogee Nation, two independent land grant institutions. Ms. Lofton details her plans to implement a comprehensive 4H Program for the Nation and tribal citizens.