Oct 29
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Oklahoma’s drought conditions continue to show signs of improvement in some areas, as recent rainfall has helped ease dry conditions across parts of the state. With much of Oklahoma still experiencing drought, the latest Drought Monitor highlights the ongoing need for moisture as the state looks ahead …
Oct 29
Oklahoma agriculture, Western heritage and cattle culture are drawing international visitors to the Sooner State, including two tourists from Costa Rica who recently visited Oklahoma during the Stockyard Stampede. Mauricio and Luis said in an interview with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport that they chose Oklahoma for its history, culture, food and opportunities to experience …
Oct 29
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Oct 28
A day of competitive bid-calling in California’s Central Valley produced 10 qualifiers for the World Livestock Auctioneer Championship. Led by Seth Schneider, Hershey, Neb., the group advances to the semifinals at Cattlemen’s Livestock Market in Galt, Calif., in June. For the champion, a childhood fascination with auctioneering has grown into a career — and now …
Oct 28
Each year, during the National FFA Convention & Expo, six student members are elected by delegates to represent the organization as national officers. Delegates elect a president, secretary and vice presidents representing the country’s central, southern, eastern and western regions. National FFA President Trey Myers and his officer ended their year of service to the …
Oct 28
Oklahoma State University Agriculture will host the Livestock & Range Field Day on Nov. 5 for producers to explore practical tools to support herd health and profitability. Topics will include virtual fencing, cattle efficiency, selection, forage management, New World screwworm and more. OSU Agriculture Field Days are educational events presented by OSU Ag Research and OSU Extension that share research-based …
Oct 28
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members from across the state will gather in downtown Oklahoma City at the Omni Hotel on Nov. 6–8 for the organization’s 85th Annual Meeting. As the largest yearly assembly of OKFB members, the convention brings together agricultural leaders for two full business sessions to debate member-crafted policies, elect organization leadership, hear from …
