Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma is launching a new event designed to help producers prepare for the future of agriculture while gaining practical insight from leaders across the industry. Speaking with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport, Greg Livingston, President and CEO of Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma, said the upcoming AgNext Summit grew out of …
Category: Top Ag News
Apr 17
Reducing the Trade Deficit through Securing New Trade Deals: USDA’s Luke Lindberg on Global Market Growth
The landscape of American agricultural commerce is shifting back toward global dominance. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with USDA Trade Undersecretary Luke Lindberg about the administration’s aggressive efforts in securing new trade deals and the remarkable 42% reduction in the agricultural trade deficit achieved in just one year. Reclaiming the Global Market For decades, …
Apr 17
Introducing Brylee Pritchard of the Elk City FFA, Your 2026 Southwest 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 17
Oklahoma Senator Casey Murdoch Advocates for Agricultural Protections and Property Rights
Oklahoma State Senator Casey Murdoch recently sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to discuss the legislative landscape surrounding Oklahoma agricultural protections. Murdoch emphasized that his primary focus remains safeguarding the land rights and freedoms of rural Oklahomans amidst increasing challenges from frivolous lawsuits and urban expansion into rural areas. Glyphosate and Crop Protection Tools …
Apr 16
Wheat Market Rally: Weather Concerns Drive Prices to Yearly Highs
The current wheat market rally is gaining significant momentum, with prices surging to their highest levels since early 2025. Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Todd Hubbs, OSU crop marketing specialist, to discuss how this rally is being fueled by poor crop conditions and persistent weather challenges across the Southern Plains. Hubbs notes that …
Apr 16
Introducing Madilyn Bishop of the Stillwater FFA, Your 2026 Central Area Star in Agricultural Science
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 16
Nearly 99% of Oklahoma Remains in Drought, Extreme Conditions Hold Steady In This Week’s Drought Monitor
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Oklahoma’s drought picture remains stubbornly locked in place, with nearly the entire state still dealing with some level of dryness as spring planting season moves forward. While extreme drought continues to grip many counties, forecasters are offering a bit of encouragement with better rain chances showing up …
Apr 15
Oklahoma Braces for Active Severe Weather and El Niño Shifts
Oklahoma severe weather remains at the forefront of agricultural concerns as the state navigates a record-breaking spring and eyes a potential transition to a “Godzilla” El Niño. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with State Climatologist Gary McManus to break down erratic rainfall patterns, the persistent drought in the Northwest, and what shifting Pacific Ocean …
Apr 15
Oklahoma Wheat Crop Faces Worst Conditions in 20 Years, Says Mike Schulte
Oklahoma wheat producers are facing one of the toughest seasons in recent memory as drought, freeze damage and pests continue to drag down the 2026 hard red winter wheat crop across the Southern Plains. Schulte: “I’ve Never Seen It This Bad” Speaking with senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays, Executive Director of the Oklahoma …
Apr 15
Introducing Harley Holman of the Garber FFA, Your 2026 Northwest Area Star in Agricultural Science
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 …


























