May 27
USDA Chief Economist Justin Benevidez recently shared insights on the state of the agricultural economy and emerging market trends during the National Association of Farm Broadcasters’ Washington Watch event. Addressing a group of farm broadcasters, Benevidez provided a comprehensive outlook on various sectors, from livestock profitability to the challenges facing row crop producers. Navigating Economic …
May 27
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, who says global demand for U.S. beef remains remarkably strong despite challenges in one key market. Demand Holds Strong Even as China Weighs on Numbers Speaking during the spring conference …
May 27
With consumers increasingly seeking protein-rich foods to support active lifestyles, the dairy checkoff is leveraging National Cheese Day on June 4 to position cheese as a convenient, high-quality protein option through its Dairy Does More platform. The National Cheese Day activation, launched by Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), introduces “Body by Cheese,” a lighthearted campaign designed …
May 27
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of $65 million in funding this year for new tools, approaches, practices and technologies to further natural resource conservation on private lands through the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program. CIG is supported by the Working Families Tax Cuts Act (WFTCA), which increased funding for farm bill conservation …
May 27
Profitability in the cow-calf sector over the past several years creates the potential to upgrade cattle working facilities. Good design and layout of pens, chutes and alleyways can lead to improved profit potential in cow-calf operations but requires intentionality and proper planning. Objectives of good cattle working facilities include reducing stress on the animals, increasing …
May 27
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
May 26
According to the latest crop progress report released on May 26th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 98%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 12% good to excellent, 56% poor to very poor, and 32% fair. Oklahoma winter wheat harvested is at 7% this week. Kansas winter wheat headed is at 97% winter wheat …
May 26
Four Oklahoma Farm Bureau members were recently appointed to several boards and commissions by Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt. Garfield County Farm Bureau member Tyler Schnaithman was appointed to the Oklahoma State Board of Agriculture, which oversees the work of the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry. In his role, Schnaithman will represent 16 counties …
