May 14
The Oklahoma CattleWomen’s Association is gearing up for its second annual Kids Cattle Camp, a one-day educational event designed to introduce Oklahoma youth to agriculture and the cattle industry through hands-on learning experiences. Amy McKinney with the Oklahoma CattleWomen’s Association visited with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport about the event. McKinney said the camp is …
May 14
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Despite several rounds of much-needed rainfall across Oklahoma in recent weeks, drought conditions continue to tighten their grip on large parts of the state, and now, for the first time this year, exceptional drought has emerged across portions of western Oklahoma. Historically, exceptional drought is devastating for …
May 14
In a recent interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Mike Appel, a member of the Organic Farmers Association policy committee, discussed the upcoming Farm Tour and Field Day and the sustainable practices that have led to over 20 years of success in organic vegetable farming. Operating in the “green country” of Cherokee County, Appel emphasized …
May 13
As the Kansas Wheat Crop Tour crossed through the southern tier of the state and into Oklahoma on Day 2, the outlook for the 2026 harvest remains grim. Farm broadcaster Ron Hays and veteran scout Dennis Schoenhals, immediate past president of the Oklahoma Wheat Growers, recapped a day defined by extreme drought, temperature swings, and …
May 13
In a recent discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, the Sorghum Industry Outlook took center stage as Amy France, Chair of the National Sorghum Producers (NSP), shared insights on the crop’s evolving role in American agriculture. As a third-generation farmer from Scott City, Kansas, France highlighted how sorghum is transitioning from a traditional “buffer crop” …
May 13
The agricultural landscape in early 2026 is defined by a volatile “asymmetry” in which record-high input costs collide with softening commodity prices. During a deep-dive panel discussion featuring leaders from the Ag Transportation Coalitions, Peter Friedman, the International Food Policy Research Institute’s Joseph Glauber, the American Farm Bureau’s Faith Parum, and the National Council of …
May 12
The agricultural landscape shifted significantly following the release of the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report. The data delivered a series of unexpected shocks to the grain and fiber sectors, specifically concerning the WASDE report wheat production. Farm Director KC Sheperd visited with Allendale’s Rich Nelson to digest the numbers, which provided …
May 12
The latest USDA crop report shows a tough year developing for wheat across the Southern Plains, while hay supplies remain tight and cotton is seeing mixed results in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. For wheat, all three states are dealing with drought stress and freeze damage. Winter wheat production is forecast at 1.05 billion bushels, down …
May 12
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 …
May 12
Crop protection tools play a critical role in helping farmers maintain productivity while navigating increasing scrutiny and evolving regulations. In a conversation with Oklahoma Farm Report’s Maci Carter, Alex Dunn of CropLife America outlined how the industry supports growers, balances innovation with safety, and why timely access to these technologies is essential for U.S. agriculture. …
