Nov 25
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 …
Nov 25
Farm Director KC Shepherd speaks with Tanner Ehmke, the Lead Economist for Grains and Oilseeds at Farm Credit, to discuss the latest developments shaping the market for U.S. soybeans, corn, and wheat. The conversation covers the volatile state of international trade, the surge in domestic demand, and the persistent challenges of massive grain inventories. China …
Nov 25
KC sheperd spoke with Kim Tutor, technical marketing manager for plant health who explains that her role at BASF focuses on fungicide performance. She notes, “I’m excited to be here talking about the performance of our fungicides.” She highlights their performance-driven fungicides and emphasizes their lead corn product, Veltyma. Tutor discusses the significant disease pressures …
Nov 24
National Wheat Statistics: Winter Wheat Planted reached 97 percent, equal to the previous year and the five-year average. Winter Wheat Emerged reached 87 percent, down one point versus the previous year and down two points from the five-year average. National Corn Statistics: Corn Harvested Reached 96 percent, down four points from a year ago and down one …
Nov 24
As Oklahoma prepares for a Thanksgiving break, State Climatologist Gary McManus delivered a crucial weather update, confirming the exit of recent rain and warning residents to brace for a dramatic shift in temperatures by the end of November 2025. Rain Ends, But Drought Lingers McManus confirmed that the scattered rain that has been falling “off …
Nov 24
Farm Director KC Shepherd spoke with Faith Parham, an Economist at the American Farm Bureau Federation, about the ongoing struggles in the U.S. farm economy, the high cost of inputs, and the critical importance of trade deals and farm safety nets. The Current State of the Farm Economy Parham painted a clear picture of the …
Nov 24
Dr. John Long, Associate Professor and Agricultural Engineer at Oklahoma State University, spoke with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport about drones being used in agriculture. Dr. Long says drones are becoming an important tool for farmers and ranchers. “Drones are being used a lot of different ways in agriculture,” he explains, “from just being able …
Nov 21
On Friday, Tyson Meats announced news that the Beef Cattle Industry feared was inevitable, given that the US cattle herd is at lowest level since 1951-short cattle supplies are causing Tyson to shut down a major Beef Processing Plant- and adjust the schedule of a second of their plants. Tyson released a brief statement on …
Nov 21
Senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with Richard Fordyce, Under Secretary of Agriculture for Farm Production and Conservation at USDA at the National Farm Broadcasters Convention in Kansas City. Questions about how the USDA recovered after the lengthy government shutdown started the conversation, and Fordyce explains that the department “had folks back in …
Nov 21
Farm Director KC Shepherd spoke with Billy Howe of the Texas Farm Bureau following a water panel discussion, focusing on the unique legal status of groundwater in Texas, the emergence of major new industrial water users, and the urgent need for new water technology. Texas Groundwater: The Rule of Capture Groundwater rights in Texas are …
