Aug 03
Oklahoma Women in Agriculture and Small Business Conference Set to Highlight Risk Management, Innovation, and Leadership The Oklahoma State University Extension Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is preparing to host the upcoming Oklahoma Women in Agriculture and Small Business Conference on August 6, 2026, at the Hilton Garden Inn & Conference Center in …
Aug 03
Oklahoma Farm Report intern Haden Snelson recently spoke with Creek County farmer Darren Blanchard about his concerns surrounding data center development and the additional energy infrastructure needed to support the projects. Blanchard, a Mounds native and Oklahoma State University graduate, said his involvement began after his family was approached about a high-voltage transmission line crossing …
Aug 03
Much has been said and written about rising beef prices, and especially ground beef prices, for many months. Since 2022, the year of record beef production, and the beginning of the current bull market, wholesale and retail beef prices have risen with strong beef demand and declining beef production. Choice wholesale boxed beef prices have …
Aug 03
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) today launched the 2026 Rising Stars award program, sponsored by Atticus. The Rising Stars program provides ARA member companies a way to reward employees for their work at the annual ARA Conference & Expo in Austin, TX. Recognized in front of hundreds of professionals, nominees will have networking opportunities and explore new ways to …
Aug 03
Cattle producers across the region will gather in Woodward, Oklahoma, on Friday, August 28, 2026, for the 3rd Annual 580 Cattle Conference. Held at the Woodward County Event Center, the annual event brings together industry experts, market analysts, and agricultural specialists to provide actionable insights for today’s beef producers. Doors open at 12:00 PM, with …
Aug 03
In today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Kent Bacus, executive director of government affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, about expanding export opportunities in Asia, restoring market access to China, and the future of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Diversifying Beyond China Bacus said NCBA is encouraged by the Trump …
Aug 03
As the temperatures continue to climb, it’s important to ensure horses are getting enough salt as they lose substantial quantities of electrolytes through sweating. Hay alone cannot supply a horse’s salt needs, as some forage is quite low in sodium. Overall, the diet of the horse should contain between 0.25-0.5% salt. For an 1100 lb …
Aug 03
Ahead of a legislative markup of the Agricultural Act of 2026, the American Soybean Association shared appreciation for the Senate Agriculture Committee’s continued work in finalizing a comprehensive five-year farm bill that strengthens the farm economy. The revised farm bill released by Chairman John Boozman includes key priorities for U.S. soybean farmers and makes important …
Aug 03
Liu Yangxuan writes in Southern Ag Today: The U.S. row crop sector is currently under significant economic pressure. Lower commodity prices, high input costs, policy uncertainty, and ongoing trade disruptions have combined to create a challenging operating environment for producers. It is clear that all producers are currently facing a challenging farming environment. However, we …
Aug 03
American Farmers & Ranchers (AFR) Cooperative has announced its 2026-2027 AFR Youth Advisory Council. This year’s council members were chosen by popular vote during the organization’s 2026 Senior Leadership Summit, which was held July 21- July 28. Members of the 2026-2027 AFR Youth Advisory Council are Cierra Collins, Frederick; Colton Burns, Amber-Pocasset; Hannah Hays, Enid; …
