Apr 28
NATSO, representing America’s travel centers and truck stops, SIGMA: America’s Leading Fuel Marketers, and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) commended Rep. Mike Carey (R-Ohio) for introducing the bipartisan “Biodiesel Tax Credit Extension Act of 2026.” The “Biodiesel Tax Credit Extension Act of 2026” would extend the $1 per gallon biodiesel tax credit through …
Apr 28
The USDA Livestock Slaughter 2025 Summary was released last week and showed U.S. red meat production declined about 2 percent in 2025 from 2024 levels. Beef production was the main driver of the overall decrease in red meat supplies at 3.6 percent below 2024. Pork production was 0.8 percent lower than in 2024, while lamb …
Apr 28
As warmer weather arrives and households begin spring cleaning indoors and out, Petland urges pet owners to take extra precautions to protect their animals from seasonal hazards. Veterinary experts caution that common cleaning andplanting practices can expose pets to toxic plants, lawn chemicals, and unsafe outdoor environments. Popular spring plants – such as lilies, tulips, …
Apr 28
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 …
Apr 28
Bermudagrass, an introduced forage, is very important to Oklahoma cow-calf operations. Bermudagrass has some highly beneficial characteristics. Yield, persistence, nutritional value, timing of growth and production, tolerance to heavy grazing, responsiveness to fertilization and resistance to herbicides. A key benefit of Bermudagrass is the potential to support higher stocking rates than native range. When properly …
Apr 28
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four categories – Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star …
Apr 28
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Apr 27
The National Pork Producers Council and the American Farm Bureau Federation, representing more than 5 million members, led a coalition urging Congress to provide regulatory certainty for farmers across the country forced to comply California Proposition 12—and the impending patchwork of differing state laws that could ultimately impact prices for consumers. Taking their concerns directly …
