Chewing the Cud

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

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

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.

Muscogee Nation Director of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Jacob Rippy, talks about tribal sovereignty as it relates to hunting & fishing rights for Muscogee citizens.

“Muscogee Nation Second Chief Del Beaver discusses food sovereignty, economic development, vertical integration, and the need to further develop the Mvskoke economy.”