Aug 27
The American Wagyu Association annual conference is set for September in Oklahoma City, bringing Wagyu producers and other beef industry members together for education, networking and a look at new developments across the cattle industry. American Wagyu Association Executive Director Jerry Cassady spoke with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport about what attendees can expect from …
Aug 27
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Aug 26
The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association appreciates Governor Kevin Stitt’s announcement creating an Oklahoma Beef Industry Advisory Council. Oklahoma’s beef cattle industry is a cornerstone of our state’s economy and rural communities, and bringing industry leaders together to identify opportunities and address challenges can strengthen an already important sector. Secretary of Agriculture Blayne Arthur is the perfect …
Aug 26
On Friday, August 14, 2026, the Oklahoma Pork Council hosted the 67th Oklahoma Pork Congress at the Sheraton Hotel in Downtown Oklahoma City celebrating 35 years of modern pork production in Oklahoma. The event brought together more than 150 pork producers and supporters for educational sessions and Oklahoma Pork’s annual business meeting to elect new leadership. One highlight included celebrating 10 deserving award …
Aug 26
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Fosters Early Literacy and Gives Back to Communities Country music icon Dolly Parton has long used her success to give back to her roots in Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky Mountains, but her philanthropic reach extends far beyond Tennessee. Through her charitable organization, the Imagination Library, Parton has spent decades …
Aug 26
The fed cattle market has fallen under substantial pressure in the past weeks as a handful of events have unfolded along an unfortunate timeline. The July downturn in carcass cutout values was capped late in the month with the inevitable announcement to reopen the Mexican border to feeder cattle. These fundamentals, combined with a major …
Aug 26
U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Oklahoma State Director Zachary Swartz announced today that the Trump Administration provided a $4 million USDA Rural Development grant to Latimer County Rural Water District No. 4. The Administration’s investment will improve the water treatment plant and distribution system to meet the needs of the community. Additionally, upgrades will …
