Mar 02
The dairy checkoff has unveiled Dairy Does More, a national marketing communications platform to help grow demand by reshaping how consumers think about dairy foods. Developed by Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), the initiative brings to life the Undeniably Dairy brand in a contemporary way and reflects a long-term strategy to strengthen dairy’s role in modern …
Mar 02
Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Brad Kosanke and Scott Eisenhauer of P&K Equipment to discuss the latest in agricultural technology and workforce development initiatives aimed at supporting producers and the next generation of technicians. Enhancing Producer Autonomy with Service Pro John Deere has introduced Operations Center Service Pro, a subscription-based tool designed …
Mar 02
The Oklahoma Sorghum Commission and Association, in partnership with Oklahoma State University Extension, will host an informational meeting and lunch for farmers from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday (March 5) at the Stafford Air & Space Museum, Explorers Room, 3000 Logan Road in Weatherford. The meeting is open to producers who currently grow sorghum, also …
Mar 02
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) today announced the winners of the 2026 Davidson Prize during a special presentation at Commodity Classic, recognizing extraordinary innovations in agricultural engineering that are helping farmers improve productivity, safety and sustainability. Named for J.B. Davidson, widely regarded as the …
Mar 02
Commentary by Bill Bullard, CEO, R-CALF USA Beef is the centerpiece of today’s discussion about consumer affordability. You’ve probably heard that today’s high beef prices are the result of a recent widespread drought that reduced the size of the domestic cattle herd, and the recent closure of the Mexican border due to the threat of …
Mar 02
The January 1, 2026 beef cow inventory was 27.607 million head, down 1.0 percent from one year ago. The beef cow herd has decreased a total of 4.033 million head since the cyclical peak in 2019, a decrease of 12.7 percent. The beef cow herd may be at a cyclical low in 2026, though it …
Mar 02
The climatological winter of 2025–2026 has officially entered the record books as the warmest in Oklahoma history, leaving a trail of intensified drought and devastating wildfires in its wake. As the state transitions into March, State Climatologist Gary McManus suggests the current Oklahoma Weather week could serve as a “make-or-break” turning point for the parched …
Mar 02
Commercial cattlemen and women are the backbone of the beef industry, and as the next generation of cattlemen prepares to lead the industry forward, the Angus Foundation is providing support through its Commercial Cattlemen Scholarship program. This spring, five students will receive scholarships to help further their education and enhance their careers in agriculture. These …
Mar 02
Firefighting crews across Oklahoma are making significant progress on several large wildfires as cooler temperatures and increased moisture provide a much-needed window for suppression efforts. According to the March 2, 2026, Fire Situation Report from the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food & Forestry (ODAFF), fire weather has relaxed for much of the state following recent …
Mar 02
March 1st means spring break is almost here!! Hang on teachers-we know you and your students are ready for a little time off. After spring break the planning for summer will really begin!! If you’ve never been on the road trip, sign up today for a chance to go on this fabulous three day agricultural …
