Feb 09
U.S. beef exports faced a sharp headline decline late last year, but Dan Halstrom with the U.S. Meat Export Federation says the underlying story is far more encouraging once China is removed from the equation. November beef export numbers were down “about 18, 19%,” but Halstrom emphasized that “if you take out China, it’s really …
Feb 09
Taking a Look at the Oklahoma Cotton Outlook As Oklahoma producers brace for the 2026 planting season. Oklahoma State University Cotton Extension Specialist Jenny Dudak joined Farm Director KC Sheperd to discuss the current state of the industry, variety trial results, and crucial regulatory updates. While the winter months often represent a “slower time” for …
Feb 09
The Oklahoma Farm to School program has launched a new program called the Farm to School Garden Crew for schools statewide. The program is designed to support and celebrate school gardens across Oklahoma. The Farm to School Garden Crew will connect schools to seasonal gardening tips, classroom-ready resources and hands-on support to help students learn …
Feb 09
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Kevin Good of CattleFax, following the CattleFax Industry Outlook seminar at CattleCon 2026, where supply, demand, and global politics were front and center. One of the biggest issues discussed was the continued disruption of Mexican feeder cattle imports tied to New World …
Feb 09
Beef producers and agribusiness professionals in southwestern Oklahoma are invited to a key industry gathering this month to examine the economic landscape for the coming year. Stockman Oklahoma Livestock Marketing has announced they will host the CattleFax 2026 Market Outlook, an informative session aimed at helping local producers navigate the complexities of the current market. …
Feb 09
Today, President Trump issued a proclamation entitled “Ensuring Affordable Beef for the American Consumer.” The proclamation increases the in-quota quantity of lean beef trimmings that can be imported from Argentina by an additional 80,000 metric tons during the 2026 calendar year, which is in addition to the 20,000-metric-ton annual in-quota quantity limit already applicable to …
Feb 09
The meals children eat at school are a reliable source of daily nutrition — and for some children, their best source. That gives the 2026 Dietary Guidelines for Americans real weight for Justin and Hannah Watt, farmers at Cedar Knoll Dairy LLC in Keymar, MD. Hannah, a Pre-K teacher, sees firsthand how federal nutrition guidance …
Feb 09
Following a weekend of increased wildfire activity, Oklahoma fire officials are warning of high to very-high fire danger today and tomorrow. A combination of unseasonably warm temperatures, gusty winds, and dormant winter vegetation has created a volatile environment for fire spread across the state. While some areas saw light sprinkles yesterday, meteorologists report that the …
Feb 09
The Okfuskee County Cattleman’s Association would like to invite the community to participate in their February 26, 2026 CARCASS CONTEST AWARDS AND BEEF AUCTION at 6 p.m. at the Okfuskee County Fairgrounds in Okemah. No membership is required to attend and a FREE steak dinner is provided. Seven students from area schools are competing for …
Feb 09
Yesterday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization for Ivomec (ivermectin) injectable solution to help prevent infestations caused by New World screwworm (NWS). The FDA said scientific evidence suggests Ivomec may be effective in preventing New World screwworm infestations in cattle when given within 24 hours of birth, at castration or when a …
