Aug 26
Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) has found its place as a price risk management tool for the Oklahoma cattle business. For the data discussed, 2026 refers to policies initiated from 7/1/2025 to 6/30/26. The previous year’s data works on the same calendar for their respective years. There were 475,567 head of cattle in Oklahoma were price …
Aug 26
Following a beef industry roundtable in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt and Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture Blayne Arthur voiced strong concerns over recent federal market interventions, warning that abrupt policy shifts disrupt cattle operations and undermine market stability. Both leaders outlined key takeaways from the discussion with agricultural producers and discussed the mission of …
Aug 26
The President’s plan to facilitate record imports of beef will have a significant impact on farmers and ranchers who are rebuilding their herds devastated by drought. American Farm Bureau Federation economists analyzed the potential consequences of increased imports in the latest Farm Bureau Intel. Also today, Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall sent a letter to President Trump urging …
Aug 26
National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew gave the following statement today regarding reports that the Trump Administration would be issuing Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) exemptions for small refineries. “Every small refinery bypass is another market stolen from farmers. While oil companies post record profits, family farmers face record losses. The White House needs to …
Aug 26
Grain markets are navigating a complex web of geopolitical friction, weather uncertainty, and shifting trade policies. Oklahoma State University Extension Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to break down what producers should watch in the corn and wheat sectors, as well as key strategies for managing risk in …
Aug 26
Payne County OSU Extension is excited to share two scholarship opportunities available to Payne County youth graduating from high school in 2027 who are involved in the beef industry and/or Oklahoma agriculture! Norman & Jane Durham Memorial ScholarshipSponsored by Payne County Cattle Producers For scholarship guidelines, application information, and to apply, click here:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X9FWSP5 ______________________________________________________________________________ Payne County …
Aug 26
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Don Close of Terrain about shifting beef packing capacity and what recent plant announcements could mean for cattle producers. Cargill’s Return Could Offset Tyson’s Cuts Close says the return of Cargill’s Fort Morgan, Colorado, facility could eventually add significant slaughter capacity to …
Aug 26
Calil, Yuri writes in Southern Ag Today: Sorghum and corn prices move together, but not in lockstep (Figure 1A). For a sorghum producer, the spread between them can matter as much as the direction of corn prices. Since 1989, the monthly spread has ranged from a $1.72 discount to a $1.47 premium, and the largest …
Aug 26
Effective livestock fly control strategies require a proactive, year-round approach to protect cattle health, maintain weight gains, and prevent chemical resistance across herds. Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Mark Upton of Central Life Sciences to discuss the current fly season, seasonal timing for management plans, the dangers of pesticide resistance, and the crucial …
Aug 26
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
