Nov 04
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
Nov 04
The 2025 American Angus Association Annual Meeting was held over this past weekend- and in today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays talks with Oklahoma Angus Breeder and former American Angus National President John Pfeiffer, Jr. Pfeiffer was pleased with the outcome of the meeting, that saw the five incumbent Board members …
Nov 04
Oklahoma Ag in the Classroom is now accepting applications for the 2026 AITC Teacher of the Year! Are you a teacher or do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond to bring agriculture to life in their classroom? This award recognizes one outstanding PreK–12th–grade educator who creatively integrates agricultural concepts into their lessons. …
Nov 04
As we all consider current cow herd dynamics and market trends, producers are evaluating options to rebuild or expand, making this a timely moment to revisit selection priorities. Thoughtful replacement heifer selection is essential to shaping the future of a cowherd. Heifers that fit the production environment, breed early, calve unassisted, and remain productive for …
Nov 04
There was a modest uptick in U.S. farmer sentiment in October as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer index of 129 was 3 points higher than September’s reading. The slight rise in the barometer was fueled primarily by an increase in the Index of Current Conditions to 130, which was 8 points above September’s index. Meanwhile, the Index of …
Nov 04
Cattle futures markets remained volatile last week but tended to rebound following the sharp selloff generated by the discussion of plans to lower beef prices. Given a couple of weeks, we now have a better picture of how cattle auction cash prices reacted to the futures market uncertainty. The CME December Live Cattle contract traded below …
Nov 04
The National Pork Producers Council is pleased to see Dr. Jeremy Pittman, respected pork industry member and active NPPC director, recognized and congratulates him on being inducted into the Virginia Livestock Hall of Fame. Pittman joins a prestigious group of nearly 100 influential leaders. “Dr. Pittman’s leadership of the U.S. swine sector’s approach to …
Nov 04
John Deere’s See & Spray technology was used across more than five million acres of farmland during the 2025 growing season – a land area larger than the state of New Jersey. In 2025, John Deere customers reduced non-residual herbicide use by an average of nearly 50%—saving nearly 31 million gallons of herbicide mix—demonstrating the …
Nov 04
Following the 2025 wheat harvest, Oklahoma State University wheat breeder Dr. Brett Carver has finished digesting the data, and two clear, challenging trends have emerged: the persistence of dry winters and the arrival of new disease pressures in Central Oklahoma. In a conversation with Ron Hays, Dr. Carver explained how these factors are shaping the …
Nov 04
U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council Responds To New Trade Deal Between U.S. And China This week, the U.S. struck a trade deal with China, one of its most complex trading partners, that promises to open the Chinese market to U.S. soybeans and other agricultural exports. China agreed to purchase 12 million metric tons (MMT) of …
