Category: Ag News

Aug 27

The Resiliency of U.S. Ag Exports

Will Snell writes in Southern Ag Today: U.S. agricultural trade has faced a lot of headwinds in recent years. Events such as the global pandemic, international military conflicts, increased competition, a slowing global economy, domestic weather events, a 75 year low in cattle inventory, slumping crop prices, high input prices, and a relatively strong dollar …

Aug 27

Cow-Calf Corner Mike Trammell: Fall Dormancy and Winter Survival in Alfalfa

There are several traits to consider when selecting an alfalfa variety (cultivar). Choosing a variety adapted to the region’s climate and suitable for the intended use should be priorities. Winter survival and fall dormancy are key factors related to adaptability and use. They can affect stand, longevity, and forage yield. As a way to compare …

Aug 27

Oklahoma Cattle Producers Seek Stability Amid Beef Tariff Uncertainty

In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association President-elect Jess Kane, with the interview conducted by KC Sheperd. Kane was part of a beef roundtable called by Governor Kevin Stitt earlier this week, where cattle producers voiced frustration over the uncertainty created by President Trump’s recent …

beef, cattle, oklahoma

Aug 27

Send Us Your Soybeans: Soy Checkoff Invites Farmers to Prove the Quality of Their Crop

United States soybean farmers have a free, straightforward way to prove the quality of their crop to the world. Through the Annual Soybean Quality Survey, funded by the Soy CheckoffSM, farmers can send in a sample from their 2026 harvest at no cost and receive a personalized report on its quality. Samples are due Oct. …

Aug 27

AFBF, LMA, NCBA and USCA Urge President to Reverse Proposed Beef Import Plan

Four of the nation’s leading livestock and agricultural organizations have joined together to urge President Trump to reverse a proposed 90-day import plan they believe would weaken the long-term stability of the U.S. cattle industry. In a letter sent today, the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), Livestock Marketing Association (LMA), National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), …

Aug 27

A Blow to U.S. Agriculture

American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall commented on the presidential proclamation issued today by President Trump that allows beef imports to increase by 300,000 metric tons – more than 660 million pounds – over a 90-day period, undermining the U.S. cattle sector’s recovery.  “One of the few bright spots for U.S. agriculture right now – the …

Aug 27

R-Calf Weekly Address: Beef Supply Chain Succumbing to Record Imports, Yet More Is Expected

For many years, R-CALF USA has been a lone voice within the cattle and beef industries warning that unmanaged imports were dismantling the domestic beef supply chain’s competitive infrastructure. That imports are taking a serious toll on our domestic beef supply chain is now manifest. Import volumes hit an all-time record high in 2023 and …

Aug 27

Drought Monitor: Oklahoma Drought Intensifies as Rain Remains Elusive

To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Drought conditions continue to worsen across Oklahoma as persistent heat and a lack of meaningful rainfall put more stress on farmers and ranchers. Exceptional drought now covers 12.06% of the state, while moderate to extreme drought affects all of Oklahoma. And with no significant rainfall in the …

agriculture, drought, oklahoma, rain, Weather

Aug 27

American Wagyu Association Annual Conference to Highlight Breed Improvement, Meat Science and Industry Innovation

The American Wagyu Association annual conference is set for September in Oklahoma City, bringing Wagyu producers and other beef industry members together for education, networking and a look at new developments across the cattle industry. American Wagyu Association Executive Director Jerry Cassady spoke with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport about what attendees can expect from …