Category: Ag News

Farm Strategy, LLC Utilizing Strong Genetic Traits to Increase Value of Grain Between Growers and End Users

Farm Director, KC Sheperd, is visiting with the president of Farm Strategy, LLC, Andrew Hoelscher, about new genetic progress to increase the value of grain. “We build ingredient-based supply chains,” Hoelscher said. “We connect end-user demand signals, and value propositions back down to the producer and manage the supply chain in between them.” Farm Strategy …

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Livestock show preparation: Making emergency response plans

As exhibitors prepare for show season, it is important to develop a plan for how to handle any livestock emergencies that may arise. Having a plan in place prior to the show ensures quick action and timely care should an emergency happen. Seeking veterinary assistance “The most important part of an emergency plan for livestock …

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OALP accepting applications for Class XXI

By Trisha Gedon For more than 40 years, the Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Program has enhanced knowledge and leadership skills for Oklahomans involved in agriculture. “OALP helps potential leaders develop a better understanding of the various systems of economics and government,” said Edmond Bonjour, OALP director since 2010. “Class members increase and use their knowledge and …

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Beef Has a Story to Tell When it Comes to Heart Health and Child Nutrition

Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, is visiting with the executive director of nutrition research at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Dr. Shalene McNeill. Hays and McNeill talk about beef nutrition. “I think nutrition is more important than ever before, and I think Covid really helped illuminate and bring more attention on nutrition,” McNeill …

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Exceptional and Extreme Drought Categories at Standstill, While Remaining Categories Continue to Improve

To view the Oklahoma Drought Map, click here. Exceptional drought is unchanged this week at 8.86 percent. Extreme drought or worse is also unchanged from last week at 36.64 percent. Severe drought or worse has improved slightly from last week’s percentage of 56.47 percent to this week’s 53.52 percent. Moderate drought or worse has improved since …

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House A&B Approves Legislation Exempting Nonprofits from Sales Tax

The Oklahoma House of Representatives Appropriations & Budget Committee has approved legislation to exempt 501(c)3 nonprofits from sales tax. Rep. Marilyn Stark, R-Bethany, said making Oklahoma’s 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit organizations sales tax exempt has been one of her top priorities for years and House Bill 1568 is the culmination of several sessions spent learning, tweaking …

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John Deere introduces new G5 Universal displays, JDLink M modem and StarFire 7000 Universal receiver

John Deere has introduced new G5 Universal displays, a new JDLink™ M modem and is also making the StarFire™ 7000 Universal receiver available all as aftermarket options. These offerings make it easy for farmers to upgrade equipment they already own or to replace dated components so they can take advantage of current and future technology. Compared …

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Early Voting Begins!

Early voting for the March 7 Special Election begins today for voters across the state. All voters will have the opportunity to vote on a state question. Some voters will also have county questions or local propositions on the ballot. Early voting is available Thursday, March 2 and Friday, March 3 from 8 a.m. to 6 …

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Data Truths — How Data Helps with Decision Making

Farming technologies have come a long way in the last two centuries. Modern agriculture has witnessed a technology boom that farmers a century ago would scarcely recognize. Technological advancements allow today’s farmers to work much more efficiently than those in the past. Soil sensors gauge soil moisture levels and send alerts when irrigation is needed. …

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Ag in The Classroom Road Trip Time!

Get Ready for for a Road Trip coming up June 6-8, 2023 with Ag in the Classroom! Event Address: Departure location: Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry Contact Info: Emily Ague at (405) 885-1851 or emily.ague@ag.ok.gov Event Description: Join Oklahoma Ag in the Classroom on a three day adventure, “Oklahoma Agriculture: The Bedlam Series.” …

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