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Category: Ag News
Mar 22
Nebraska Ranchers in the Sand Hills Dealing with Historic Wildfires
Historic wildfires have torched over 700,000 acres in Nebraska, killed one person, displaced cattle herds and left ranchers scrambling for feed. Burned pastures may come back eventually with rain, but meantime, “ranchers are still going to have to find feed for their cows until they can graze their pastures,” one livestock extension specialist said. The Morrill fire …
Mar 20
Sale of Champions Matches 2025 $1.4 Million in First OYE Finale in OG&E Coliseum
The 2026 Oklahoma Youth Expo reached its grand crescendo today as the Sale of Champions took center stage, marking a historic milestone in the world’s largest junior livestock show- the 213 animals and owners that made the sale cashed in for a total of $1.4 million- the same amount generated a year earlier. For the …
Mar 20
2026 OCA/OYE Futurity Sales a Success
The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) is proud to announce the success of the 2026 OCA/OYE Futurity Sales, held in conjunction with the 2026 Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE). The annual event once again showcased outstanding cattle genetics while creating valuable opportunities for youth exhibitors across the state. The heifer sale featured strong demand and competitive bidding, …
Mar 20
Ranking Member Angie Craig Co-Leads Bipartisan Effort to Designate March 21 as “National Women in Agriculture Day”
Yesterday, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (D-MN-02) and fellow Agriculture Committee member Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-FL-03) introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution designating March 21 as “National Women in Agriculture Day.” Senators Tina Smith (D-MN) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) lead the Senate resolution. The resolution honors the essential role that women play in American agriculture. “Women have always played an important role in American agriculture,” said Ranking Member Craig, the first woman to …
Mar 20
Melissa Eisenhauer And Steve Thompson Named 2026 OYE Show Honorees
As the Oklahoma Youth Expo comes to a close, one of the most meaningful traditions is recognizing individuals who have made a lasting impact on the event through years of dedication and service. The Show Honoree distinction, presented by the Sirloin Club, celebrates those whose behind-the-scenes efforts have helped shape OYE into one of the …
Mar 20
Oklahoma Youth Top Agriculture Achievement Contest
Twenty agricultural youth from across Oklahoma have earned top placings in the 2026 American Farmers & Ranchers (AFR) Agricultural Achievement Contest. The contest was conducted in conjunction with the Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE) in Oklahoma City March 10-20. This year, AFR presented $15,000 in prizes to contestants prior to the Oklahoma Youth Expo Grand Drive …
Mar 20
Wheat’s On Your Mind: The Farm Impact of World Conflict
Global conflict is driving real decisions on the farm. In WOYM 404, Aaron Harries sits down with StoneX experts Mike O’Dea and Josh Linville to talk wheat markets, fertilizer supply and how disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are adding volatility to both. From rising crude oil to tighter nutrient supply, this episode breaks down …
Mar 20
Mignon Bolay Highlights Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Programs And Upcoming Conference
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee continues to expand its outreach through education programs, leadership opportunities, and advocacy efforts that highlight the role of women in agriculture. During a recent conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport, Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Chair Mignon Bolay discussed several initiatives aimed at supporting teachers, connecting women …
Mar 20
Klobuchar Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Lower Fertilizer Costs
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), John Thune (R-SD), and Roger Marshall (R-KS) introduced bipartisan bills to address high fertilizer costs in the wake of the war in Iran, tariff threats on fertilizer imports, and fertilizer market consolidation. “At a time when rising fertilizer costs and low commodity prices are continuing to erode farmers’ profitability, we …
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