Apr 10
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 …
Apr 10
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 …
Apr 10
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.
Apr 10
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 …
Apr 09
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 …
Apr 09
The Oklahoma House of Representatives today approved the general appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2027, delivering the largest investment in education in state history while also strengthening funding for mental health services, health care and other core state priorities. The general appropriations bill serves as the foundation of the state budget, establishing the framework for …
Apr 09
In celebration of the International Year of the Woman Farmer initiative, the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Women’s Leadership program, together with a strong coalition of U.S. agrifood system stakeholders, will host a landmark national gathering to honor the vital role women play in agriculture and the supply chain. Registration is open for the International Year …
Apr 09
The release of the April World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) has provided the market with a clearer picture of the 2025/26 marketing year, signaling a shift toward more comfortable supply levels. Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Rich Nelson, Chief Strategist at Allendale, to provide an April WASDE analysis that goes beyond …
Apr 09
Oklahoma State University Extension is offering an online course to help horse owners understand their animals’ psychological well-being. “Many horse owners are comfortable assessing a horse’s physical and biological needs but struggle to effectively identify affective or emotional states,” said Kris Hiney, OSU Department of Animal and Food Sciences associate professor and Extension specialist for horses. “Researchers or …
Apr 09
As the state enters a volatile spring pattern, the latest Oklahoma Severe Weather Outlook indicates a multi-day window for potential storms and much-needed moisture. According to State Climatologist Gary McManus, the atmospheric setup begins with marginal severe weather risks in the Panhandle and northern Oklahoma tonight, before shifting across the northern half of the state …
