Wednesday’s podcast discussed beef prices with ranchers “JohnBoy” Stanley and Trent Loos, highlighting concerns over the U.S. beef industry’s consolidation and the impact of foreign-owned packers. It emphasized the need for Americans to source local meat and support independent farmers for better health and market diversity.
This post reflects the emotional toll on a farmer who lost three sheep in a week, highlighting issues with biosludge use in agriculture. It discusses the health risks of using human waste as fertilizer, which has led to PFAS contamination in Maine and other states, threatening both farmers and consumers. The author questions the safety of local water and the ethics of this practice.
On February 7, the ROPE Report podcast featured discussions with Senator Shane Jett, Representative Jim Shaw, and Saundra Traywick about legislative efforts in Oklahoma to ban biosolids from farmland. Concerns were raised over the toxicity of biosludge, particularly its association with PFAs, prompting calls for regulation and support for specific bills addressing these issues.
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Oklahoma bills of interest pertaining to energy, biosolids/humanure, general government and more.
Oklahoma has recently seen victories against green energy projects, with the cancellation of the Delta Plains Electric Corridor and a proposed wind farm. However, concern grows over the carbon capture industry, which many deem dangerous and unproven. The massive storage of CO2 raises fears of leaks and future burdens for generations.
Oklahomans are resisting the state’s green energy initiatives, evident in the No Wind Turbines rally at the Capitol. An interview with Peter Murphy from CFACT highlighted concerns over legislators viewing green technology as free-market solutions, criticizing the Inflation Reduction Act as benefiting political allies. Citizens must remain vigilant against deceptive green energy projects.
On August 13th, Oklahoma opened the Bantam DAC plant, the largest in the U.S. and second globally, aiming to capture 5,000 tons of CO2 annually. Despite support from local leaders, concerns about safety, environmental impact, and efficacy persist. Critics argue it may not significantly reduce emissions and raises liability issues.
On September 20th, a podcast featured former Iowa Congressman Steve King and others discussing the risks of carbon capture pipelines in the Midwest. These pipelines, intended to store CO2, pose threats to property rights and public safety, as evidenced by past incidents, prompting concerns over private investment influence on local governance and environmental policy.
On Wednesday, May 8th, ROPE Report Live hosted NeAnne Clinton, a property owner from Enid, Oklahoma who is fighting a… Continue Reading