Dec 12
USDA has released red meat export data for September, which was delayed due to the recent government shutdown. As compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), September data showed a fairly steady performance for U.S. pork exports, matching year-ago value while down slightly in volume. But September beef exports were the lowest in more …
Dec 12
The health of the U.S. swine herd is critical to the entire industry’s future. Producers face daily struggles with endemic diseases and the looming threat of Foreign Animal Diseases (FADs). That is why NPB, National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) and state pork associations are proud to announce the launch of the new National Swine Health …
Dec 12
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins published an opinion piece in USA TODAY highlighting this week’s actions the Trump Administration is taking to protect American farmers. “Under President Joe Biden, the cost of doing business increased drastically, and commodity prices slumped after the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine war. Between 2020 and this year, seed costs increased 18%, fuel …
Dec 12
After a visit to eastern Oklahoma Thursday to meet with individuals involved in the poultry industry and other local stakeholders, Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, is calling on those involved in the State of Oklahoma v. Tyson Foods case to return to the negotiating table and work toward a resolution. The lawsuit accused several …
Dec 12
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Casey Jentz, Chief Operating Officer of the American Angus Association, who reflects on a standout year for the breed and the programs driving producer profitability. Jentz stepped into the COO role earlier in 2025 after years as a regional manager, and he …
Dec 12
The cotton breeder who played a major role in transforming the landscape of cotton genetics on the Texas High Plains was inducted into the Cotton Research and Promotion Hall of Fame on December 9, 2025, at the joint meeting of Cotton Incorporated and The Cotton Board. While Jane is currently doing great things in South …
Dec 12
In a discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Steve Morgan, Area Sales Manager for the South Central Region at Farmers National Company, shared insights on the current agricultural land market, the strength of specific commodities, and the enduring role of the producer. Farmers National Company, founded in 1929, specializes in managing farms and selling real …
Dec 12
Matt Bennett, Grain Marketing Consultant at Beck’s Hybrids, spoke with Intern Karleigh Erramouspe about the challenges facing grain producers, emphasizing the need for flexible marketing strategies and a close eye on unpredictable global weather patterns. The Dynamics Behind Corn and Soybean Prices Bennett acknowledged the difficulties farmers have faced recently due to ample supply, which …
Dec 12
On Monday, December 15, the Oklahoma National Stockyards will commemorate a significant philanthropic milestone during its final livestock sale of the year. In partnership with National Livestock Companies, the Stockyards will host its 15th annual charity calf auction, with all proceeds exclusively benefiting the All American Beef Battalion (AABB). This event is made possible through …
Dec 12
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
