Jan 08
State Climatologist Gary McManus reported a turbulent start to the weather year on Thursday, as severe storms bringing tornadoes, rain, and flooding swept across the state on January 8. Early Severe Weather McManus confirmed the presence of tornadoes and severe weather hazards early in the month, noting that tornado sirens were active in parts of …
Jan 08
Rainfall Brings Relief to Wheat Pastures as Cattle Numbers Surge at Stockman’s Livestock Auction: Beneficial rains and strong cattle numbers are driving optimism in the Oklahoma cattle market this week. In a recent interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Bob Rodenberger of Stockman’s Livestock Auction in Apache reported that the area received over an inch …
Jan 08
Through its Patriots’ Pledge program, Zoetis has contributed over $2 million to Folds of Honor in a four-year span, advancing the organization’s mission to provide academic scholarships for the families of fallen or disabled members of the U.S. Armed Forces and First Responders. Since 2022, Zoetis has supported Folds of Honor by donating a portion …
Jan 08
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Shane Bedwell, chief operating officer of the American Hereford Association, about the continued growth of Cattlemen’s Congress, the momentum within the Hereford breed, and the next generation shaping its future. Bedwell, who has served on show’s Board of Directors since it’s inception, reflected …
Jan 08
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. The latest Oklahoma Drought Monitor shows dry conditions continuing to tighten their grip across the state, even as exceptional drought remains at zero percent. Drought coverage has expanded notably in recent weeks, driven by persistent warmth and limited precipitation across much of Oklahoma, though central Oklahoma did …
Jan 08
Sorghum growers, farmers interested in planting sorghum, and any other area agriculturists can attend an informational session at 10 a.m. Friday at AgriFest at the Chisholm Trail Expo Center in Enid as part of the Oklahoma Sorghum Producers annual meeting. The meeting will take place in the seminar room in the northeast corner of the …
Jan 08
Authors Natalie Graff and Henry Nelson Program decisions for the 2026 crop year are fast approaching. This article considers the risk management options for cotton producers in light of current price projections and relevant changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) signed into law on July 4, 2025. Given the commodity program and crop insurance changes …
Jan 08
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Jan 08
The purpose of the RCDG program is to enable nonprofit institutions to establish and operate centers for rural cooperative development (Center). The primary objective of the program is to improve the economic condition of rural areas by helping nonprofit organizations that, in turn, provide technical assistance to start, expand, or improve cooperatives and mutually owned …
Jan 08
The 2026 National 4-H Conference will take place April 10-15 at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City Hotel in Arlington, Virginia. Bringing hundreds of 4-H’ers to the nation’s capital each spring, the National 4-H Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of USDA, hosted by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). By providing opportunities …
