Dec 23
The Stockyards City Cowboy Christmas Parade brought a special guest to Oklahoma City this year. Amid the festive atmosphere, the Oklahoma Farm Reports’ own Maci Carter had the unique privilege of visiting with the man in red himself: Santa Claus. Despite centuries of delivering gifts, Santa shared that the magic of the job hasn’t faded. …
Dec 23
Xcel Energy, operated by Southwestern Public Service Company, is to blame for the largest wildfire in the history of the state of Texas in 2024, the state of Texas said in a new lawsuit filed on Dec. 16. According to a story from DTN, the state is trying to recover economic and other damages from …
Dec 23
AARP Warns of Skyrocketing Fraud on Social Media and Shopping Apps As the holiday shopping rush peaks, a new report from AARP warns that criminals are working overtime. According to the latest survey data, 89% of U.S. consumers were targeted by fraud over the last year, with schemes involving gift cards, charities, and online shopping …
Dec 22
Final livestock sales for 2025 wrapped up on a strong note across Western Livestock markets, according to Ben Hale. Looking first at the Oklahoma National Stockyards, Hale said receipts totaled about 8,500 head, up from 7,400 a year earlier. While some classes eased slightly, overall demand remained solid. “The feeders were higher, heifers were higher, …
Dec 22
John Bode, president and CEO of the Corn Refiners Association, spoke with Oklahoma Farm Reports’ Maci Carter. Bode opened the discussion by outlining who he sees as the current “winners” and “losers” in the MAHA effort. He said the wins include recognizing “that obesity-based chronic disease is a real problem,” which helps policymakers target real …
Dec 20
In a landmark ruling issued Friday, December 19, 2025, U.S. District Judge Gregory Frizzell entered a judgment against several major poultry integrators, finding them liable for pollution in the Illinois River Watershed (IRW) and ordering a comprehensive, decades-long remediation plan. The judgment brings a pivotal conclusion to State of Oklahoma v. Tyson Foods, Inc. et …
Dec 19
Stockman’s Market Update: Rodenberger Talks ‘Full Tilt’ Calf Prices, Herd Rebuilding Realities, and Upcoming Sherry Dispersal Farm Director KC Sheperd recently caught up with Bob Rodenberger of Stockman’s Livestock Auction in Apache for a candid look at where the cattle industry stands right now. Despite experiencing a significant market correction recently, Rodenberger expressed optimism for …
Dec 19
Q&A: Technical Assistance Demonstrates Value of U.S. Wheat to South American Customers Getting deep into the technical details of how and why U.S. wheat classes are valuable to South American millers and bakers is one of the favorite parts of working for U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) for Regional Director Miguel Galdos. Originally trained as an …
Dec 19
E15 Momentum: Growth Energy Pushes for Year-Round Sales and Export Growth: Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor spoke with Farm Director KC Sheperd, highlighting the strong momentum for E15 (a 15% ethanol blend) and the industry’s focus on securing permanent regulatory fixes and expanding global markets. E15 Growth and Legislative Push The industry is seeing unprecedented …
Dec 18
NGFA Economist Max Fisher Highlights $400 Billion Industry Impact and Legislative Priorities for 2026: While the American farmer is often the face of agriculture, a massive economic engine hums quietly in the background between the farm gate and the grocery store shelf. Max Fisher, Chief Economist and Treasurer at the National Grain and Feed Association …
