Category: Ag News

OSU Extension offers free workshop tackling forever chemicals issues

Oklahoma State University Extension is partnering with Trihydro to present a free, two-day workshop about forever chemicals, waste, water and wastewater, air and biosolids. The 6th Annual PFAS and Emerging Contaminants Workshop Biosolids, Water and Wastewater, Air and Waste workshop is geared toward those who want to learn more about PFAS science and other emerging contaminants regulations, health …

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CoBank Quarterly: Economic fallout of rising fuel and energy costs will be most acute in rural America

The U.S. economy has continued to perform reasonably well despite a growing constellation of warning signs. Buoyed by an escalating stock market in January and February and massive investments in artificial intelligence, U.S. GDP likely grew above 2% in the first quarter as the unemployment rate held around 4.3% and consumers maintained spending growth above …

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Signage Requirements Under Agritourism Liability Acts

In a recent ruling from the bench in a Virginia Circuit Court case, the judge made a surprising finding on the signage requirements under the Virginia Agritourism Activity Act. The language in the Virginia Act is identical to the language in many similar acts across the country. The court found that to meet the notice …

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Introducing Faith Wright of the Stratford FFA, Your 2026 Central Area Star in Agricultural Placement

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 …

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TSCRA Special Rangers Recover $12.9 Million While Protecting Ranchers from Livestock Theft

In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Clay McKinney, who serves as Executive Director of Law Enforcement, Brand and Inspection Services for the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, about the vital role Special Rangers play in protecting ranchers and their livestock. A Specialized Force Protecting Ranchers McKinney says …

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Empowering the Future of Oklahoma Rangelands at the Southern Plains Grasslands Summit

The Southern Plains Grasslands Summit is set to make its Oklahoma debut in Alva from May 27-29, 2026, serving as a critical hub for landowners facing the rapid spread of invasive species. This landmark event, hosted at the newly completed Salt Fork Event Center, aims to equip producers with the technical and financial tools necessary …

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Cattlemen Greatly Disappointed in Latest Federal Judge Ruling in Illinois River Watershed Poultry Case

Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) President, Ford Drummond, and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President, Gene Copenhaver, released the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma’s rejection of the state of Oklahoma’s negotiated settlement with four poultry companies in the decades-old State of Oklahoma v. Tyson Foods, Inc., et al., lawsuit regarding …

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Woodward Livestock Sees Higher Stocker and Yearling Prices Thursday

At the Woodward Livestock market on April 9th, a total of 1,430 head were sold. Compared to last week: Feeder steers steady to 5.00 higher. Feeder heifers 8.00 to 12.00 higher. Steer and heifer calves 10.00 to 20.00 higher with most of the light calves being unweaned. Demand was moderate.

Choice Beef Finishes Thursday Up $1.43 to $381.09

Choice boxed beef closed Thursday at $381.09, up $1.43 from Wednesday, while Select was $381.57, down $0.70, narrowing the spread to -0.48. Movement increased with 145 loads, compared to 122 loads on Wednesday.   In the primals, the rib moved higher to $525.02 from $519.00. The chuck was slightly higher at $320.74 versus $320.60, and …

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OSU’s Todd Hubbs Discusses Grain Markets and Geopolitical Volatility

In a recent discussion between Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Todd Hubbs and Farm Director KC Sheperd, the focus centered on the current state of grain markets and how international instability is driving commodity prices. Dr. Hubbs noted that the markets have been characterized by an “up and down” trajectory, largely driven by shifting news about …

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