Succession planning is one of the most important conversations farming and ranching families need to have, but those dialogues are often hard to navigate or never even get started. While it is a difficult subject to bring up, the time to plan is now. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is launching a new resource to …
Category: Ag News
Jul 20
Oklahoma Local Food for Schools Program Now Accepting Applications
The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry is now accepting applications to participate in the Local Foods for Schools program for Fiscal Year 2027. The program will reimburse schools for approved purchases of minimally processed foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, dairy and nuts. The program is designed to help accredited …
Jul 20
Governor Stitt Signs Lucile Morehouse Pollinator Act into Law, Establishing New Oklahoma Insect Designations to Support Agriculture and Conservation
Governor Kevin Stitt has signed the Lucile Morehouse Pollinator Act into law, establishing four official Oklahoma insect designations that recognize the essential role insects play in agriculture, conservation, biodiversity, and healthy ecosystems. The Act creates the following official state designations: Together, these designations celebrate species that pollinate crops, preserve native ecosystems, provide natural pest control, and improve …
Jul 20
EPA Announces New Members to the Farm, Ranch and Rural Communities Advisory Committee
Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the appointment of 21 new members to the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Federal Advisory Committee (FRRCC). The FRRCC provides independent policy advice and recommendations to the Administrator on crucial environmental issues affecting agriculture and rural communities. Mr. William Thomas McDonald, from Five Rivers Cattle Feeding LLC, …
Jul 20
Explore the Latest from John Deere at the 2026 Farm Progress Show
John Deere invites you to head down West Progress Avenue at the 2026 Farm Progress Show to visit the John Deere lot (Booth 144) and experience firsthand the latest advancements in equipment, and technology. New model year 2027 equipment and integrated solutions will be featured, allowing farmers and ranchers to interact directly with the tools designed to …
Jul 20
Hands-On Learning Experience Takes Center Stage at OSU’s Upcoming Chickasha Demo Day
Oklahoma State University (OSU) is bringing back a personalized, tactile learning experience for producers and consultants with its upcoming Demo Day in Chickasha on July 27th. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with OSU’s Brian Arnall to discuss how this event departs from traditional field days by focusing on interactive, extension-centric learning. The focus of …
Jul 20
Cow-Calf Corner Dr. Derrell Peel: Beef Export Update
From January through May of 2026, total beef exports are down 17.2 percent year over year. Beef exports have declined by one third since 2022, the year of record exports (Figure 1). Decreasing beef production and rising beef prices are moderating beef exports as expected. Beef exports to all markets have decreased since 2022 but …
Jul 20
R-CALF USA Urges Stronger Federal Grazing Protections in Proposed BLM Rule
R-CALF USA submitted formal comments on the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) proposed revisions to its grazing regulations. The proposal marks the first significant changes to BLM grazing policy in decades. While calling the proposal a long-needed step in the right direction, the organization recommended additional changes to improve the manner in which grazing is administered by …
Jul 20
Don Close Says Strong Cattle Prices Bring Bigger Risks, Hints of Herd Expansion
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Don Close of Terrain about the historic cattle market, managing risk in a record-price environment, and whether the industry is beginning to see the first signs of herd expansion. Historic Prices, But Bigger Dollar Swings Close said 2026 has been one of …
Jul 20
Livestock Chiropractic Care Helps Improve Animal Health and Performance, Says Dr. Lacey Hoel
Livestock chiropractic care is becoming an increasingly valuable tool for producers looking to improve animal mobility, comfort, performance, and overall well-being. According to Central Oklahoma livestock chiropractor Dr. Lacey Hoel, chiropractic treatments can benefit everything from show cattle and horses to dogs, sheep, goats, pigs, and even poultry. Speaking with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport, Hoel …
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