Nov 04
There was a modest uptick in U.S. farmer sentiment in October as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer index of 129 was 3 points higher than September’s reading. The slight rise in the barometer was fueled primarily by an increase in the Index of Current Conditions to 130, which was 8 points above September’s index. Meanwhile, the Index of …
Nov 04
Following the 2025 wheat harvest, Oklahoma State University wheat breeder Dr. Brett Carver has finished digesting the data, and two clear, challenging trends have emerged: the persistence of dry winters and the arrival of new disease pressures in Central Oklahoma. In a conversation with Ron Hays, Dr. Carver explained how these factors are shaping the …
Nov 03
Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) remains a relentless and costly challenge for cattle producers across the country, showing no signs of letting up regardless of the season. According to Dr. Curt Vlietstra, a professional services veterinarian with Boehringer Ingelheim, a strategic approach to vaccination is paramount not just for immediate calf health, but for the animal’s …
Nov 03
Oklahoma experienced a month of sharp contrasts in October, with early summer-like heat giving way to the season’s first freezes. However, significant rainfall was confined to the northeast, leaving much of the state with dry conditions that are expected to continue into November. Quiet Forecast Ahead The near-term forecast shows little to no significant rainfall …
Nov 03
Drones are quickly becoming valuable tools for specific tasks on the farm. Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Oklahoma State University soil scientist Dr. Brian Arnall, who shared his perspective on how drone technology has evolved in agriculture. He explained that “mapping drones… is really where the drone technology first started jumping in, probably about …
Nov 02
Trey Myers of the Perkins- Tryon FFA chapter in central Oklahoma heard his name called Saturday afternoon on the floor of Lucas Oil Stadium to serve for the coming twelve months as the President of the FFA. Myers is the ninth National President of the FFA that hails from Oklahoma in the almost 100 years …
Nov 01
For the tenth time in the history of the FFA and the Future Farmers of America- an Oklahoma member has claimed the title of American Star Farmer- the oldest and original Star award. Ryder Klaassen of Hydro-Eakly heard his name called on stage in Lucas Oil Stadium Friday night as he was named the Star …
Nov 01
Stillwater FFA was named the 2025 Premier Chapter: Strengthening Agriculture during the sixth general session of the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo this year in Indianapolis. Stillwater FFA of Oklahoma created an activity that included comedy as well as serious safety lessons with the chapter’s “Don’t Be a Griswold: Safety Skits.” The activity’s purpose …
Nov 01
The National Championship in Livestock Evaluation is returning once again to Oklahoma as the Livestock Judging team representing the state from the Ft. Gibson FFA Chapter is the first place team in the 2025 National Contest at the 98th National FFA Convention. Oklahoma is one of the leading states in America when it comes to …
Oct 31
Farm Input Prices Poised to Rise in 2026 Due to Tariffs American farmers are preparing to face higher input costs in 2026, primarily driven by the impact of recent and anticipated tariffs on international trade. According to John Appel, Vice President of Category Management for the Farmers Business Network (FBN), the effects will not be …
