Jul 09
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. According to the Drought Monitor, exceptional drought has remained unchanged this week. Conditions are still present in Washita, Kiowa, Beckham, Woodward, Beaver, Roger Mills, and Texas counties. Exceptional drought now covers only 1.75% of the state compared to 7.13% two weeks ago. Moderate to extreme drought conditions in the current …
Jul 09
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Jul 08
A public drawing was held today by Secretary of the State Election Board Paul Ziriax to determine the ballot order for political parties and Independent candidates for the November 3 General Election ballot. The drawing was held in accordance with state law at 10:30 a.m. at the State Capitol Building, Room G3, in Oklahoma City. …
Jul 08
Although May exports of U.S. pork were higher year-over-year, volumes were significantly diminished by Mexico’s restrictions on pork offal items, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). May beef exports were below last year’s volume but edged higher in value. Pork exports totaled 245,874 metric tons …
Jul 08
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is expanding coverage options to add revenue protection for forage producers in 12 states, part of the Department’s efforts to put Farmers First through improved crop insurance. Implemented by USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA), the new coverage options guard against both yield losses and decline in price due to market changes. “We closely collaborated with forage producers and industry stakeholders to develop this expanded policy to provide these coverage …
Jul 08
An agreement announced today by John Deere, the Federal Trade Commission, and five states ensures farmers and ranchers will have access to the diagnostic and repair tools that help them and independent service technicians maintain and repair their current and future John Deere equipment. “This is good news for our customers and for the future …
Jul 08
On July 1, 2026, in accordance with President Trump’s new memorandum, “Lowering the Cost of Living by Promoting the Freedom to Fix,” U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin ensured every American has the freedom to fix their vehicle, reducing reliance on the California Air Resource Board emission certification process for aftermarket vehicle products. EPA also recognized the Specialty Equipment Market …
