Oct 23
In an interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew sharply criticized both the administration’s suggestion to increase foreign beef imports and the ongoing government shutdown, arguing that both actions actively harm American farm families. Strong Opposition to Beef ImportsLarew reserved his strongest criticism for the suggestion that the U.S. …
Oct 23
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. According to the latest Oklahoma Drought Monitor report, exceptional drought remains at 0 percent, unchanged from the start of the calendar year. Severe Drought: Severe drought (D2) has now spread in southwestern Oklahoma, affecting Gerrer, Jackson, Tillman, and Kiowa counties, covering 5.73 percent of the state. Widespread Dryness: Over 72 percent of …
Oct 22
In a recent conversation on the Oklahoma Farm Report, Senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays sat down with Dr. Nevil Speer, beef industry consultant, to discuss President Donald Trump’s recent comments on beef prices — remarks that have stirred frustration among cattle producers. Hays opened by noting that President Trump had “poured gasoline on …
Oct 22
Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler announced a suite of actions to strengthen the American beef industry, reinforcing and prioritizing the American rancher’s critical role in the national security of the …
Oct 22
In a recent media briefing hosted by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, two leading experts debunked common myths surrounding seed oils. They offered a critical examination of the rise of ultra-processed foods. The discussion, moderated by Ellen Wilson, featured Dr. Matti Marklund and Dr. Julia Wolfson, who offered evidence-based insights into these …
Oct 22
Oklahoma is set for a significant weather shift this week, according to State Climatologist Gary McManus and data from the OCS/Mesonet Ticker. After a prolonged period of summer-like warmth, the state is preparing for the arrival of a major storm system that will usher in much-needed rain and mark the true start of “real fall” …
Oct 22
According to a post on X from US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, some of the functions of the USDA’s Farm Service Agency will be restored on Thursday. Secretary Rollins says “President Trump will not let the radical left Democrat shutdown impact critical USDA services while harvest is underway across the country. Thursday, USDA will …
Oct 21
A recent announcement from President Donald Trump stating he is working to bring down high beef prices has sent shockwaves through the cattle industry, sparking disbelief, market turmoil, and sharp criticism from producers who feel blindsided by the government’s interference. The market’s reaction was immediate and severe, but the initial response was confusion for many …
Oct 21
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 …
Oct 21
For Sentinel, Oklahoma cotton farmer Jimmy Rhoades, the start of the 2025 harvest is bringing a welcome dose of optimism after a challenging previous season. An initial field test this week has him hopeful for a significantly better crop. “I took my stripper, I loaded it up to Dill City yesterday and made one round,” …
