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This resolution declares April 22, 2025, as Oklahoma Agriculture Day, officially recognizing the critical importance of agriculture to the state's economy and heritage. The resolution highlights Oklahoma's significant agricultural achievements, including being the fourth-largest state by number of farms (77,000), utilizing 32.9 million acres of land, and ranking high in national production of wheat (third in winter wheat), beef cows (second), rye, soybeans, cotton, poultry, and pork. The resolution emphasizes that agriculture contributes over $28 billion to Oklahoma's economy, provides nearly 200,000 jobs, and supports various industries such as the pork and poultry sectors. By declaring this special day, the Oklahoma State Senate aims to draw attention to agriculture's vital role in maintaining the state's economic strength, standard of living, and global trade presence, while also encouraging all Oklahomans, both urban and rural, to appreciate the industry's significance. The resolution will be distributed to Oklahoma's Secretary and Commissioner of Agriculture, Blayne Arthur, to formally commemorate the occasion.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sr10&Session=2600