Mar 11
The Oklahoma FFA is gearing up for a historic year as it prepares to celebrate a century of leadership, personal growth, and career success. In a recent conversation with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma FFA’s Jaycey Fye shared updates on the organization’s upcoming events, the 100-Year Milestone, and its remarkable evolution since its inception. A …
Mar 11
The relationship between space-age technology and the daily operations of a working farm is becoming increasingly intertwined. Through the NASA Acres Farm Innovation Ambassador Team (FIAT), the research model is undergoing a radical shift: moving away from studying agriculture about farmers to co-developing solutions with them. NASA Acres, a consortium focused on U.S. agriculture, utilizes …
Mar 10
The latest March WASDE (World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates) report has been released, and in a recent conversation between Farm Director KC Sheperd and Allendale’s Rich Nelson, the results signaled a period of relative calm for domestic crop balances while highlighting tightening conditions in South America. Wheat Market Maintains Stability Amidst Competition The domestic …
Mar 10
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 …
Mar 10
Oklahoma’s healthcare landscape is shifting from the pharmacy counter to the farm field. In a recent conversation, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Erin Martin, the founder of FreshRx Oklahoma, to discuss the transformative power of “Food is Medicine” and how local agriculture is the key to solving the state’s chronic health crisis. Elevating …
Mar 09
The 2026 Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE) is officially underway at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds. With hogs moving in this evening and the show starting Wednesday, the event is set to host over 8,000 exhibitors participating in various species competitions. Our own Ron Hays spoke with OYE’s Kass Newell about what to expect at this years …
Mar 09
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) today announced a construction contract with Mortenson Construction to build a new sterile fly production facility at Moore Air Base in Edinburg, Texas to help with Screwworm Preparedness. This facility is a key component in Secretary Rollins’ sweeping 5-prong strategy (PDF, 1005 …
Mar 09
Shannon Ferrell, an agricultural economics professor at Oklahoma State University, joined associate farm reporter Carli Davenport to discuss the rapid expansion of renewable energy across Oklahoma and what it means for landowners. Ferrell explained that the biggest driver behind the surge is economics, noting that “first and foremost, it’s price.” He added that advances in …
Mar 09
Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Emily Ague to highlight these milestones and upcoming Oklahoma Agriculture Education opportunities for Oklahoma’s agricultural community. Oklahoma’s impact on agricultural education continues to gain national recognition as Jacey Duncan (pictured above), a teacher at Oklahoma Union Public Schools, has been named a recipient of the National Excellence in Teaching …
Mar 06
Cotton at a Crossroads: The United States cotton industry finds itself at a critical juncture, facing a complex landscape of shifting global demand, intense competition from synthetic fibers, and rising production costs. Abigail Hoelscher, a senior market analyst at the Plains Cotton Cooperative Association (PCCA), recently provided a comprehensive overview of these challenges and potential …
