Apr 09
As the state enters a volatile spring pattern, the latest Oklahoma Severe Weather Outlook indicates a multi-day window for potential storms and much-needed moisture. According to State Climatologist Gary McManus, the atmospheric setup begins with marginal severe weather risks in the Panhandle and northern Oklahoma tonight, before shifting across the northern half of the state …
Apr 09
The National Sorghum Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026–2027 academic scholarships for college students pursuing degrees in agriculture. “Our industry depends on the next generation stepping into leadership roles,” said Foundation Chair Jeff Dahlberg, Ph.D. “This program helps support students who are ready to contribute to the future of sorghum and agriculture.” Bruce …
Apr 09
As one of the fastest-growing sectors in clothing and textiles, Athleisure is a big opportunity for ag. With a record corn crop to move, the corn industry is on the hunt for new and innovative uses for America’s crop. And one solution may be found in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the clothing and …
Apr 09
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. According to the latest Oklahoma Drought Monitor report, exceptional drought remains at 0 percent, unchanged from the start of the calendar year. Moderate to extreme drought conditions in the current period indicate that 98.77% of the state is affected by drought, unchanged from last week. Extreme Drought conditions have subsided this …
Apr 09
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays continues his conversation with Greg Hanes, Chief Executive Officer of the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion Board, who says tighter cattle supplies are forcing the industry to get more strategic with every checkoff dollar. Stretching Checkoff Dollars in a Tight Cycle With the U.S. beef cow …
Apr 09
Youth Spring Turkey Season arrives this weekend (April 11-12) across all of Oklahoma. Hunters 17 and younger will have the first chance to harvest a gobbler during these two days ahead of the regular spring turkey season, which will run from April 16 to May 16 statewide. Bag limit is one tom turkey. Based on …
Apr 09
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four categories – Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star …
Apr 08
OKC West in El Reno had a two day run of 7,880 on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 7th and 8th. That compared to 9,998 last week. Compared to last week: Feeder steers over 850lbs 6.00-12.00 higher, under 850lbs steady to 5.00 higher. Feeder heifers steady to 5.00 higher. The feeder market was stout throughout all …
Apr 08
The long-standing battle over the Illinois River Watershed took a dramatic turn on Wednesday as Oklahoma state leaders and poultry producers face a new wave of uncertainty. In an interview on Wednesday afternoon with senior farm broadcaster Ron Hays, State Republican Representative David Hardin of Sallisaw detailed the fallout from a federal court’s decision to …
Apr 08
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Stacy Simunek released the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma rejected the state of Oklahoma’s negotiated settlement with four poultry companies that would have settled charges against the companies in the decades-old State of Oklahoma v. Tyson Foods, Inc., et al., lawsuit regarding the …
