Jul 26
Candidates seeking to lead the state presented their vision for Oklahoma’s food, fiber, and livestock sectors during the 2026 Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Gubernatorial Agriculture Forum held at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center in Tulsa. Hosted and moderated by Oklahoma Farm Report’s Ron Hays, the non-debate event featured Democratic nominee and House Minority Leader …
Jul 24
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing a coordinated, phased reopening of southern cattle ports, contingent on Mexico’s adherence to the Joint Action Plan. Beginning August 24, 2026, USDA will open the Douglas, AZ port of entry to cattle trade, while simultaneously initiating the operational steps necessary for subsequent openings at the Santa Teresa, …
Jul 24
The persistent heat dome gripping Oklahoma and much of the region continues to hold strong, offering little immediate respite for agricultural producers looking ahead to the upcoming planting season. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with Thomas Kines, Senior Meteorologist with AccuWeather, to discuss the stubborn weather pattern and what farmers and ranchers can anticipate …
Jul 24
Country music artist and Stillwater native Wyatt Flores returned to Oklahoma State University this week for the annual Big Three Field Days, where he stepped into the judging ring to officiate a livestock judging class and spoke with Oklahoma Farm Report summer intern Presley Strickland. While Flores has attended the event for years, he said …
Jul 23
The wheat market rally has surged dramatically throughout July, pushing prices up nearly $1.40 on Hard Red Winter (HRW) wheat nearby futures. This unexpected price movement is primarily driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Black Sea region, alongside shifting global crop conditions. Oklahoma State University Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs recently joined Farm …
Jul 23
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has introduced a proposed rule to eliminate all diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) deratements, offering significant regulatory relief to agricultural producers and the trucking industry. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with EPA Region 6 Administrator and fifth-generation Oklahoman Scott Mason to discuss the agency’s efforts to address ongoing concerns regarding …
Jul 23
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Exceptional drought tightened its grip on Oklahoma again this week as the state’s driest category expanded slightly, offering another reminder that growing season stress is far from over. With August just around the corner and the latest outlook showing little chance for meaningful rainfall across much of …
Jul 22
Standing in a Nigerian flour mill, Gary Millershaski couldn’t have imagined the thought forming in his head would eventually become a line repeated by fellow wheat farmers and by U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) staff around the world. The message was shared once again last month at the USW Summer Board Meeting in Fargo, North Dakota …
Jul 22
The Oklahoma Cattle Women annual Convention will bring together producers, industry leaders and members from across the state this week for a mix of education, fellowship and leadership development. According to Oklahoma Cattle Women President-Elect Kelli Payne, the annual event offers attendees an opportunity to strengthen relationships while discussing issues affecting the state’s beef industry. …
Jul 22
Salt Fork Arena and Event Center is set to become a major destination for agriculture, livestock events, and economic development in Alva, Oklahoma. In a conversation with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport, Executive Director Larry Milbourn said the new facility was designed to serve the region’s agricultural community while creating new opportunities for rodeos, livestock …
