Nov 12
When there isn’t a government shutdown that limits reporting activities, the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report is a once-a-month shock that does more than nudge the average price. On release days, the intraday volatility pattern—its level across the session, its midday spike, and how quickly that spike fades—differs from ordinary days in ways …
Nov 12
Land O’Lakes Inc. and Microsoft today announced a multiyear strategic alliance, marking a new chapter in their shared commitment to agricultural innovation. Building on five years of successful collaboration, the alliance will focus on co-developing AI-powered tools including a digital assistant called “Oz.” This assistant is built on models within Azure AI Foundry and uses Land …
Nov 12
College students and recent graduates are encouraged to attend CattleCon 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee, Feb. 3-5, to help them prepare for careers in the cattle industry. Future agricultural leaders will have the opportunity to engage with potential employers during the new “Career Crawl” at the NCBA Trade Show on Thursday, Feb. 5. “The largest cattle …
Nov 12
According to our Partners at DTN, Although Omaha-based Hansen-Mueller Co. has paid farmers in Nebraska for grain deliveries, producers and other businesses in Texas have yet to be paid, according to the Texas Department of Agriculture. The Texas Department of Agriculture on Monday warned farmers and companies that still have not been paid for grain …
Nov 12
Oklahoma is on Pace for 95% Broadband Connectivity by End of 2026, & Aims to be “Best Connected State” with a clear path to reaching 100%, according to Mike Sanders, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Broadband Office. Speaking at the Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s annual meeting, Sanders delivered the “really exciting” news to Farm Director, KC …
Nov 12
The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) is midway through its annual fall gathering meetings across the state. Senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with Executive Vice President Michael Kelsey, who says the atmosphere has been upbeat. “Great crowds, a real mix of young and old, a lot of great discussion, and a lot of good attitudes,” …
Nov 12
The National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA) and the American Soybean Association (ASA) today sent a joint letter to President Donald J. Trump, urging the administration to finalize key biofuel policies that strengthen domestic energy production, promote the use of U.S.-grown soybean oil, and ensure that federal programs prioritize American feedstocks over imports. In the letter, …
Nov 12
Driving around eastern Oklahoma, individuals may notice a tall, single-stemmed plant known as bladderpod or bagpod. The scientific name is Sesbania vesicaria. Although the plant may appear desirable at certain times of the year, the seed pods are toxic. Cattle producers should be scouting pastures for any plants. S. vesicaria is a legume that can grow up …
Nov 12
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Nov 12
The concept of stewardship is deeply ingrained in the farmer. Their calling is to wisely use the gifts of soil, water, sun, and seed to produce a crop – and a livelihood. Wheat Farmers Share Their Stories of Stewardship as They feel responsible for nourishing and improving the land for the next generation while producing …
