May 19
Zoetis Inc. announced that Dectomax/Dectomax®-CA1 (doramectin injection) was recently granted conditional approval of the 100 mL vial size for the prevention and treatment of infestations caused by Cochliomyia hominivorax (New World screwworm) larvae in cattle, and prevention of reinfestation for 21 days. With previous conditional approval of the 250 mL and 500 mL sizes, Dectomax-CA1 Injectable is …
May 19
An uncommonly accelerated growing season has wheat harvest already underway across parts of Oklahoma. To check on the crop’s status and review the findings from recent field days, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Dr. Amanda Silva, Oklahoma State University Extension Small Grains Specialist. Dr. Silva shared critical data on variety performance across diverse …
May 19
The future of agricultural education and research at Oklahoma State University is undergoing a monumental transformation following a significant legislative victory. In a recent “Hess Address” broadcast, OSU President Dr. Jim Hess sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to discuss how a new $50 million investment will drive OSU agronomy infrastructure and agricultural revitalization. …
May 19
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Market Information Center, who breaks down strong first-quarter beef demand, record-setting retail beef prices, worsening drought conditions across cattle country, and what shrinking hay supplies could mean heading into summer. First-Quarter Beef Demand Posts a …
May 19
Oklahoma wheat harvest is starting early after a dry, difficult season that left much of the crop short, stressed and sharply divided by moisture. In this Oklahoma Wheat Crop Update from the Oklahoma Wheat Commission, Dave Deken reports from OSU wheat plot tours near Kingfisher, Homestead and Lahoma, while checking fields near Seiling and Canton. …
May 19
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
May 19
Legumes are commonly associated with cool-season forage systems, particularly through the use of clovers to improve spring grazing and reduce nitrogen fertilizer requirements. However, warm-season legumes can provide similar benefits during the summer months. As input costs remain elevated and forage quality becomes more variable through the summer, incorporating warm-season legumes offers an opportunity to …
May 19
Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), American Sheep Industry Association (ASI), and Public Lands Council (PLC) congratulated former New Mexico Congressman Steve Pearce on being confirmed by the Senate to serve as the new Director of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). All three industry groups have supported Director Pearce’s nomination from the beginning …
May 19
Nearly one decade ago, Brian Whitacre, Oklahoma State University Extension specialist for rural economic development, set out to help connect rural Oklahomans with a stable internet connection. The design was simple: Extension partners with several rural libraries each year. Through AARP Oklahoma funding, libraries receive small, portable internet hotspots that are loaned to residents, allowing them to connect to cellular …
May 19
OSU’s Dr. Todd Hubbs writes in his weekly newsletter: USDA’s May reports put a jolt into hard red winter wheat markets as production estimates came in well below market expectations. In general, the initial forecasts for the 2026-27 marketing year held few surprises beyond wheat production levels. Volatility and uncertainty remain prominent. The administration’s announcement …
