Jul 28
Oklahoma national champion livestock exhibitors were recognized at the Oklahoma State Capitol as state leaders celebrated the accomplishments of 4-H and FFA members who earned top honors at national livestock shows this summer. Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture Blayne Arthur said in a recent conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport that the annual recognition highlights …
Jul 28
The Oklahoma State University Extension Summer DEMO Day in Chickasha gave agricultural producers and industry professionals direct access to practical research on soil health, water management, and summer cropping systems. Farm Report Intern Presley Strickland spoke with Dr. Daniel Adamson, OSU Extension Soil and Water Conservation Specialist, during the event at the South Central Research …
Jul 28
Oklahoma Farm Report intern Haden Snelson sat down with John Weir, Oklahoma State University Senior Extension specialist for fire ecology, at the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show to discuss how prescribed fire can improve grazing land, wildlife habitat and wildfire preparedness. “A prescribed burn is fire that is applied to the ground intentionally …
Jul 28
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 28
The Murray State College livestock judging camp is helping young agriculturalists build foundational industry knowledge, confidence, and critical life skills while introducing them to opportunities on campus. Farm Report Intern Presley Strickland spoke with Murray State livestock judging coach Brett Forgy to discuss how the three-day event hosts youth ages 9 to 18 for a …
Jul 27
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. Corn Crop is rated 63% Good to Excellent this week, down 4 points from last week. Soybean crop conditions are 63% good to excellent this week, down 3 points from last week. The U.S. cotton crop is rated 46% good to excellent this week, up …
Jul 27
Being named Oklahoma Cattlewoman of the Year 2026 is an honor Debbie Powers says she never expected, but one she deeply appreciates. Powers, who was recently recognized by the Oklahoma CattleWomen, reflected on the friendships, volunteer work and passion for beef promotion that have shaped her journey during a conversation with Associate Farm Reporter Carli …
Jul 27
Oklahoma Farm Report intern Haden Snelson visited with Oklahoma 4-H State Program Leader Steve Beck and state 4-H president Kate Sherrill during the 105th State 4-H Roundup at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. Beck described State 4-H Roundup as Oklahoma 4-H’s premier leadership event, bringing young people from across the state together for competitions, educational …
Jul 26
Oklahoma State Veterinarian Dr. Rod Hall says the decline in active New World Screwworm (NWS) cases in Texas is an encouraging sign that containment efforts by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Texas Animal Health Commission are working. Hall noted that while 42 New World Screwworm cases have been confirmed in Texas, only 10 …
Jul 26
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond provided a significant update on the state’s long-standing poultry litigation during the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Gubernatorial Forum on Saturday. Drummond indicated that a final resolution and the dismissal of the 21-year-old lawsuit appear imminent. Drummond and former state senator Mike Mazzei, along with Democrat Cyndi Munson spoke to the group …
