Jul 21
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 …
Jul 21
Breaking News– since the interview with Kelsey- The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) announced on Tuesday that Gentner Drummond will join Mike Mazzei and Cyndi Munson for the Gubernatorial Agriculture Forum on Saturday, July 25, during the 74th Annual OCA Convention and Trade Show in Tulsa. Drummond’s campaign confirmed Monday evening that he will participate in …
Jul 21
The annual Big 3 Field Days recently brought together thousands of agricultural students and advisors from across the state to test their livestock judging skills and build community. For young participants and seasoned agricultural educators alike, the Big 3 Field Days serve as a premier proving ground for leadership, decision-making, and hands-on agricultural education. Oklahoma …
Jul 20
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. Corn Crop is rated 67% Good to Excellent this week, down 1 point from last week. Soybean crop conditions are 66% good to excellent this week, up 1 point from last week. The U.S. cotton crop is rated 45% good to excellent this week, up …
Jul 20
Oklahoma State University (OSU) is bringing back a personalized, tactile learning experience for producers and consultants with its upcoming Demo Day in Chickasha on July 27th. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with OSU’s Brian Arnall to discuss how this event departs from traditional field days by focusing on interactive, extension-centric learning. The focus of …
Jul 20
Livestock chiropractic care is becoming an increasingly valuable tool for producers looking to improve animal mobility, comfort, performance, and overall well-being. According to Central Oklahoma livestock chiropractor Dr. Lacey Hoel, chiropractic treatments can benefit everything from show cattle and horses to dogs, sheep, goats, pigs, and even poultry. Speaking with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport, Hoel …
Jul 17
Oklahoma Farm Report intern Presley Strickland visited with Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Coordinator Holly Carroll about the organization’s annual Shotgun Shoot fundraiser, which raises money for the Oklahoma Foundation for Agriculture while bringing together Farm Bureau members, youth and supporters from across the state. Carroll said the event was created as a …
Jul 17
The American National CattleWomen summer business meeting wrapped up in Denver with a strong emphasis on improving member education, expanding communication, and strengthening leadership development across the organization. American National CattleWomen (ANCW) President Casey Matzke told Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport that the organization’s recent gathering generated productive discussions and laid the groundwork for several …
Jul 17
With the arrival of warmer weather, descriptions of an intense tick season are circulating among communities and agricultural circles alike. To separate myth from fact, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Dr. Jonathan Cammack, an entomology expert from Oklahoma State University, to discuss what is driving current tick dynamics, the expanding footprint of specific …
Jul 16
The wheat market outlook has improved significantly following a challenging harvest across the Southern Plains, according to Oklahoma State University Extension grain market economist Dr. Todd Hubbs. Speaking with Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays, Hubbs discussed the latest USDA crop reports, grain markets, corn and soybean prospects, grain sorghum demand, and why producers …
