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 …
Category: Top Ag News
Apr 22
Is Relief Near? Oklahoma Panhandle Drought Persists as Storms Eye the Region
The Oklahoma Panhandle drought has become a tale of two states, as State Climatologist Gary McManus points to a calendar that has essentially been frozen for five months. While much of Oklahoma has begun to see a recovery in soil moisture thanks to recent spring rains, the far northwest corner remains trapped in a significant …
Apr 22
Maximizing Cotton Profitability: Strategic Strategies for the 2026 Planting Season
As the 2026 cotton planting season gets underway, growers are facing a complex landscape defined by high input costs and fluctuating crop prices. To provide practical guidance, Cotton Incorporated’s Ed Barnes and Gaylon Morgan shared a comprehensive toolkit of resources—ranging from artificial intelligence to soil science—designed to help producers protect their bottom line during the …
Apr 22
Introducing Rylan Arnold of the Madill FFA, Your 2026 Southeast Area Star in Agricultural Business
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 21
Ben Hale: Oklahoma Cattle Markets Stay Strong as Demand Holds Across the State
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 …
Apr 21
New Sterile Fly Production Facility Marks Major Milestone in Screw Worm Combat
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins recently highlighted a significant advancement in American agriculture with the groundbreaking of a new sterile fly production facility at Moore Air Base in Texas. This collaborative effort between the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Army Corps of Engineers is a pivotal component of the USDA’s strategy to combat the …
Apr 21
Introducing McKenzie Boyer of the Claremore FFA, Your 2026 Northeast Area Star in Agricultural Business
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 20
Wheat Conditions Rank Mostly Poor In This Weeks Crop Progress
According to the latest crop progress report released on April 20th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 30%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 10% good to excellent, 45% very poor to poor, and 45% fair. Kansas winter wheat headed is at 15% winter wheat crop is ranked 24% good to excellent, 35% fair, …
Apr 20
USMEF President Dan Halstrom Highlights Global Export Growth and Upcoming Spring Conference in Oklahoma City
The landscape of international trade is showing significant promise as the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) reports a strong upward trend in global export growth. USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom recently sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to discuss the positive momentum seen in the last several months, particularly when excluding the unique …
Apr 20
Introducing Carli Thomas of the Purcell FFA, Your 2026 Central Area Star in Agricultural Business
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 …


























