Jun 09
Million Tadege, professor in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences at Oklahoma State University, was recently named a 2025 American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow for his innovative work in understanding leaf blade development and biomass functional genomics. The American Association for the Advancement of Science is one of the world’s largest …
Jun 09
The Oklahoma wheat harvest is moving at a rapid pace, but a combination of low harvested acres, severe drought stress, and recent stalling rainfall is defining the 2026 season for producers and grain elevators across the state. In the June 9 crop update from the Oklahoma Wheat Commission, Dave Deken reports from Kingfisher County on …
Jun 09
Grain and oilseed futures prices dropped dramatically over the last week, driven primarily by a strong technical move from funds and speculators liquidating long positions. Grains disconnected from oil as the geopolitical premium evaporated. An expectation of favorable crop conditions in the Corn Belt, along with uncertainty regarding the U.S.-China trade situation, exacerbated the price …
Jun 09
Heading into grilling season, it is interesting to look at the shares of meat production and consumption in the U.S. One fact that may surprise, the United States now produces more pork than beef, yet Americans still eat more beef per person. The USDA ERS May 2026 Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Outlook projects 2026 pork …
Jun 09
Joe Goggins, a lifelong livestock marketer and rancher, will soon take the helm as president of the Livestock Marketing Association. He will assume the role during the association’s annual convention in June. Goggins serves as chief executive officer of the Vermilion Ranch Corp. in Billings, Mont. In this role, he oversees Public Auction Yards, Billings …
Jun 09
The agricultural community is on high alert as new cases of the New World screwworm continue to emerge, bringing the threat closer to Oklahoma producers. In a recent interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma State University Extension beef cattle specialist Dr. Rosslyn Biggs shared critical updates on the widening scope of the infestations and …
Jun 09
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association President Steven Diebel and USDA Chief Scientist Scott Hutchins, who offered reassurance and insight as the livestock industry faces New World Screwworm. Five Key Takeaways for Producers During the Monday, June 8th, USDA Media hosted …
Jun 09
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
Jun 09
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Ag Fund political action committee announced the endorsement and financial support of several state-level candidates ahead of Oklahoma’s June 16 primary election. The state Ag Fund board—a group of Farm Bureau members selected by their representative OKFB districts—met May 26 at the OKFB home office in Oklahoma City to discuss candidate …
Jun 09
John Deere (NYSE: DE) announced today the newest 5E 3-Cylinder tractor, featuring their first electronically controlled eHydro™ transmission in a utility tractor. Built with ease of use, versatility and performance in mind, the 5E 3-Cylinder tractor can help operators of all experience levels tackle a wide range of tasks. “The new 5E 3-Cylinder tractor was designed …
