Jan 13
After ten days of showing some of the finest cattle with the very best genetics to be found in the US Beef Cattle Herd- the 2026 set of Supreme Champions were selected on Tuesday evening at the Sixth Cattlemen’s Congress. That included the Supreme Junior Female, Supreme Open Female and Supreme Open Bull as the …
Jan 13
Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 107th Convention today adopted policies to guide the organization’s work in 2026. Key topics ranged from labor to animal health to risk management. Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s delegation was led for the first time by new state President Stacy Simunek of Kay County- Oklahoma Farm Report’s …
Jan 13
How to Make Farm Debt Work for You: Financial Strategies for Producers: In the volatile world of agriculture, managing finances is just as critical as managing crops or livestock. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Erin Yost—an agricultural lender and producer herself—to discuss how farmers and ranchers can make their debt work for …
Jan 13
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 …
Jan 12
The live animal and genetics sales connected to Cattlemen’s Congress jumped over a million dollars in total for 2026 versus 2025. For the sales that were held on site – 7.59 million dollars were generated in 2025 with $9.29 million dollars brought in for 2026 in primarily the Barn Three Sales Arena. When you add …
Jan 12
The latest round of USDA data offered a comprehensive snapshot of crop production numbers for 2025, Associate Farm reporter Carli Davenport spoke with Troy Marshall, USDA State Statistician, who outlined what he called “a big day for releasing data towards agriculture information.” The reports finalize most 2025 crop production numbers while also providing early insight …
Jan 12
Bearish Surprises in January WASDE Report: USDA Increases Corn Acres, Stocks While Trade Eyes Future Demand: The USDA’s January World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report delivered several bearish surprises to the grain markets, finalizing a supply-heavy picture for the 2025 marketing year. In a discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Rich Nelson of …
Jan 12
Education, Camaraderie, and 2026 Economic Outlook Highlight Tri-State Producers Conference: Young farmers and ranchers from across the Great Plains gathered recently for the fourth annual Tri-State Producers Conference, an event designed to equip the next generation of agriculturalists with the tools they need to survive and thrive. In an interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, …
Jan 12
V8 Ranch Returns to Cattlemen’s Congress: Showcasing the Legacy of Brahman Cattle: For the sixth consecutive year, Catherine Neumayr and the V8 Ranch team have made the trek from the Texas Gulf Coast to Oklahoma City, showcasing their elite Brahman cattle at the Cattlemen’s Congress. As a seventh-generation rancher, Neumayr carries a legacy that dates …
Jan 11
American Farm Bureau Federation president Zippy Duvall opened his traditional news conference on Sunday afternoon by welcoming attendees to California and thanking them for attending the event. He emphasized the significance of gathering in a state with diverse agricultural production and expressed enthusiasm for the year ahead. “We look forward to advocating for American farmers …
