Oct 21
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 …
Oct 21
When mastitis occurs, antibiotics are often an important part of getting cows back in the milking string. But not every case needs treatment, and that’s where good decision-making comes in. “The goal isn’t to avoid antibiotics,” saidJennifer Roberts, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim. “It’s to use them thoughtfully — in the cows that will benefit, with the …
Oct 21
Agriculture’s long-term sustainability will rest on its ability to attract the best and brightest among the next generation of college graduates to build long-term careers in the industry. This is the main driver behind the Gateway to Ag Careers program, hosted by AgGateway and sponsored by the AgCIO Roundtable, with additional support from Syngenta. This …
Oct 21
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with OSU Extension livestock market economist Dr. Derrell Peel, who says that while some U.S. cattle producers dislike the idea of importing beef, imports play a necessary role in meeting consumer demand. “Beef is lots of different things,” he explained. “Once we fabricate those …
Oct 21
As part of the dairy checkoff’s evolving youth strategy, GENYOUth announced that it is forming a strategic affiliation with Action for Healthy Kids (AFHK), creating the nation’s largest in-school wellness organization. DMI will conclude its funding and operational support for GENYOUth by the end of this year. GENYOUth and AFHK will continue to operate as …
Oct 21
Funded again for 2026, the program strengthens the bridge between academic research and real-world farming, ensuring discoveries in the lab translate into real solutions that work in the field. Selected ambassadors will receive travel support, mentorship from NCGA staff and members, and opportunities to engage directly with farmers at NCGA meetings, field days and national …
Oct 21
Attendees of the Global Ethanol Summit (GES) 2025 settled in for the first full day of programming Monday, which featured three keynote speakers, a panel and two flash talks focused on the day’s theme, “Ethanol is renewable and available.” U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) Chairman Mark Wilson opened the event and introduced the day’s …
Oct 21
Mark Johnson, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Breeding Specialist, offers herd health advice as part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Derrell Peel, Johnson, and Paul Beck. Today, Johnson AddressesFollow-up Questions to Carcass Weights, Quality Grades & Consumer Demand. This week I will answer an additional …
Oct 21
For Sentinel, Oklahoma cotton farmer Jimmy Rhoades, the start of the 2025 harvest is bringing a welcome dose of optimism after a challenging previous season. An initial field test this week has him hopeful for a significantly better crop. “I took my stripper, I loaded it up to Dill City yesterday and made one round,” …
Oct 21
Congratulations to the four winners of Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry‘s 2025 School Garden Contest sponsored by OKFB’s Women’s Leadership Committee! The contest is made up of four different categories, each selecting the best school garden to win. The four categories are: Best Harvest Garden: Little Sprouts Learning, Muskogee Best Pollinator Garden: Tuttle …
