Feb 17
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 …
Feb 17
Sarah Vogel on the History of Farm Foreclosure Battles Farm policy battles from decades past are again shaping conversations about agriculture’s future, as long-time farm advocate Sarah Vogel reflected on landmark legal fights that helped preserve family farming. Speaking with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport at the AFR Annual State Convention, Vogel walked through the …
Feb 17
Oklahoma State Question 843: How Eliminating Homestead Property Taxes Could Affect Public Services: The Potential Impact of State Question 843 on Oklahoma Property Taxes A new legislative initiative, State Question 843, is currently under discussion in Oklahoma with the potential to significantly alter the state’s property tax landscape. Chris Schroder, Executive Director of the Association …
Feb 16
Oklahoma Farm Bureau, along with a coalition of fellow agricultural organizations, individual poultry producers and numerous Oklahoma state legislators have filed a motion seeking leave to file a friend-of-the-court brief asking for a stay of the judgment issued by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma in the decades-long State of Oklahoma v. …
Feb 16
Revolutionary Weed Control: Albaugh’s Coaxium® Wheat Production System and the Future of Wheat Farming: In a recent interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Chad Shelton of Albaugh discussed the current landscape for wheat producers and the innovative solutions designed to combat rising challenges. Facing Modern Farming Challenges The wheat market is currently navigating significant hurdles, …
Feb 16
Agricultural Policy Update: Navigating the 2026 Landscape The agricultural policy landscape has undergone significant shifts over the past 18 months, driven by legislative changes and administrative reforms that are reshaping how producers interact with the USDA. Radio Oklahoma Ag Network Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Dr. Amy Hagerman, an agricultural policy specialist …
Feb 16
US Meat Exports Poised for Growth Following US-Taiwan Trade Agreement The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative recently finalized a reciprocal trade agreement between the United States and Taiwan, signaling a significant shift in market access for American red meat. Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the US Meat Export Federation (USMEF), was in Taipei …
Feb 14
AFR President Scott Blubaugh Discusses Farm Bill Challenges, Youth Achievement, and Banning Lab-Grown Meat The annual American Farmers & Ranchers (AFR) convention concluded with a focus on education, youth achievement, and the legislative battles currently facing the agricultural industry. Radio Oklahoma Ag Network Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with AFR President Scott Blubaugh to …
Feb 13
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) released the following statement after releasing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026: “A new farm bill is long overdue, and the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 is an important step forward in providing certainty to our farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. …
Feb 13
Oklahoma Peanuts: High Quality and Shifting Markets Define the 2025-2026 Outlook: While Oklahoma may be better known for its vast wheat fields, the state’s peanut industry continues to carve out a reputation for producing some of the highest-quality nuts in the world. In a recent conversation with Farm Director KC Sheperd, David Nowlin, Executive Director …
