Dec 08
While speaking with intern Karleigh Erramouspe, Philip Good explained the structure and purpose of the United Soybean Board, emphasizing the dedication of its members. He said, “Each state has certain directors that they sendnso I get the opportunity this year to work right alongside 77 of some of the top farmers in the United States …
Dec 08
As Oklahomans shift from fall festivities to the Christmas season, associate farm reporter Carli Davenport caught up with Micaela Halverson, agritourism coordinator for the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, to talk about the state’s growing interest in real Christmas trees. Halverson said families across Oklahoma still love the tradition of visiting a tree farm, and the …
Dec 07
American Farmers & Ranchers (AFR) wrapped up its annual fall speech contest series Saturday, Dec. 6, at Oklahoma State University (OSU) in Stillwater. This marks the 80th year of the statewide contest. The event has gone through many changes over the years but has always maintained its central agricultural theme. Varying by grade level, this year’s …
Dec 05
Intern Karleigh Erramouspe spoke with Brian Schrock, the territory manager of Ag Direct, who explained that fluctuating commodity prices and profit margins are causing producers to focus heavily on managing cash flow. He stated, “Customers are honestly trying to manage cash flow as much as possible, with possibly current debt, but taking on new debt …
Dec 05
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced major updates to federal crop insurance, reducing red tape for farmers, modernizing long-standing policies, and expanding access to critical risk protection beginning with the 2026 crop year. The Expanding Access to Risk Protection (EARP) Final Rule streamlines requirements across multiple crops, responds to producer feedback, and strengthens USDA’s …
Dec 05
The United Sorghum Checkoff Program is currently experiencing a wave of positive developments, driven by celebrity investment, new food applications, and the crop’s inherent resilience. Norma Ritz Johnson, Executive Director of the United Sorghum Checkoff Program, recently shared the details with Farm Director KC Sheperd. The Novak Djokovic Effect and New Premium MarketsJohnson confirmed that …
Dec 04
Following the Thanksgiving holiday, agricultural markets have been characterized by narrow movement and sustained pressure on prices. In a conversation with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Dr. Todd Hubbs, Oklahoma State University Crop Marketing Specialist, detailed the factors keeping prices flat and offered strategic advice for producers looking to make sales in 2024. Hubbs noted that …
Dec 04
Farm Report intern Karleigh Erramouspe spoke with International Fresh Produce Association Vice President Mollie Van Lieu, who began by explaining the Association’s role. She describes the group as “a trade association representing the full fresh produce supply chain,” covering “fruit and vegetable and fresh-cut floral growers all the way to retailers and food service.” Her …
Dec 04
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. The latest Oklahoma Drought Monitor shows that while exceptional drought remains at zero percent, dry conditions are still gripping much of the state, with nearly 60% of Oklahoma affected by drought conditions ranging from abnormally dry to extreme drought. Extreme Drought (D3) continues to linger in southern …
Dec 04
Geopolitics, Tariffs, and the Unpredictable Fertilizer Market The current state of the fertilizer market is one of daily fluctuation and global complexity, according to Veronica Nigh, Chief Economist for The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), who spoke with Farm Director KC Sheperd. Addressing the mixed reports of rising and falling fertilizer prices, Nigh offered a characteristic explanation: …
