May 04
The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) and the Plant Based Products Council (PBCC) are leading the charge in Washington, D.C., to advocate for policies that bolster the U.S. bioeconomy. Danielle Beck, representing both organizations, recently met with Maci Carter of the Oklahoma Farm Report to discuss the industry’s legislative priorities, emphasizing the critical role of domestic …
May 01
Brett Carver, Regents Professor and Wheat Breeding Chair at Oklahoma State University (OSU), recently sat down with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport to discuss the current state of the Oklahoma wheat crop and the future of the university’s breeding program. The discussion centered on environmental challenges, the development of specialty varieties, and a significant capital …
May 01
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) is currently navigating a complex landscape of policy risks and market volatility driven by international conflict and domestic regulatory shifts. In a recent discussion with Maci Carter of the Oklahoma Farm Report, Richard Gupton, Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Counsel for the ARA, highlighted the critical issues facing …
May 01
The primary focus for pork producers today centers on navigating legislative hurdles, specifically the upcoming Farm Bill and its potential to address industry-wide concerns regarding interstate trade regulations. During a recent conversation at the National Pork Producers Council booth in Washington D.C., Todd Marotz discussed these pressing issues with Maci Carter for the Oklahoma Farm …
Apr 30
Today, the House of Representatives passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, with a final vote of 224-200. Now the bill moves to the U.S. Senate for consideration. The National Association of Farm Broadcasters recently convened in Washington, D.C., for its annual Washington Watch event, where Senator John Boozman addressed the farm broadcasters during …
Apr 30
The hard red winter wheat markets are currently experiencing significant volatility, driven by geopolitical conflicts and challenging weather conditions across the Plains. In a recent discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma State University’s Todd Hubbs highlighted the rapid price swings, noting that the July contract for Hard Red Winter Wheat (HRW) recently climbed above …
Apr 30
During the Washington Watch event in Washington, D.C., Democrat Angie Craig addressed members of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters to discuss the current legislative landscape. Representative Angie Craig expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed Farm Bill and its potential impact on the agricultural community and food assistance programs. Challenges Facing Modern Farmers Representative Craig …
Apr 30
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Drought in Oklahoma is starting to tell two very different stories depending on where you look across the state. In the east, recent rounds of rain are steadily easing conditions, nudging some areas out of deeper drought and back into lower tiers, while in western Oklahoma, the …
Apr 30
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four categories – Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star …
Apr 29
The U.S. farm economy is currently navigating a period of significant strain as producers across the country face a combination of falling commodity prices and record-high input costs. In a recent conversation with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Ryan Yates, Managing Director of Government Affairs for the American Farm Bureau, highlighted the urgent concerns farmers are …
