Sep 19
The 20th Annual 2025 Diamond Hats Gala brought together a lot of great supporters of 4-H and FFA youth in our state on Thursday evening- the fundraiser filled the Great Hall at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. For 19 years, Diamond Hats has been impacting the lives of thousands of Oklahoma young people through scholarships, …
Sep 18
This week on SUNUP, OSU Agriculture Economist Dr. John Michael Riley discusses the latest WASDE report. On corn, Riley noted a national yield of “186.7 bushels per acre… the trade was looking for that to be a little bit lower, and I think there is still an expectation that that is going to drop.” He …
Sep 18
The Texas Cattle Feeders’ Association (TCFA) is holding its annual convention from October 12-14 in Fort Worth. According to Brady Miller of the TCFA, the event is designed with two key goals in mind: “education and informing our members,” and to also include “a splash… of inspiration and just kind of help motivate our members”. …
Sep 18
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. Extreme drought or worse conditions remain at zero percent, unchanged since the week of October 29, 2024. Severe drought or worse conditions remain at zero percent, unchanged since the week of May …
Sep 18
From treats like churros to daily staples like bolillo bread, Mexican consumers love wheat-based foods. High-quality U.S. wheat is the critical ingredient for these staples, but strong partnerships between U.S. wheat farmers and their Mexican customers are what truly keep Mexico as the top U.S. wheat market. U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) leaders explored the important …
Sep 17
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced acceptance of 1.78 million acres into the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) through 2025 General, Continuous, Grassland, and Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program enrollments. According to USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), about 25.8 million acres are currently enrolled in CRP, the agency’s flagship conservation program through which landowners, farmers …
Sep 17
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Under Secretary Luke Lindberg visited the United Kingdom in September 2025 to promote American ethanol exports, building on a recent U.S.-U.K. trade deal. The visit was part of a broader “T.R.U.M.P. Mission” to connect American agricultural producers with international buyers. United States Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Under Secretary …
Sep 17
During the sorghum harvest, Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Craig Meeker, a past Chair for the National Sorghum Producers, who was working in his combine. Meeker shared a positive outlook on the current crop, while also detailing the significant market and political challenges facing producers. Harvest and Yields: Bountiful Harvest from Abundant Rain Meeker …
Sep 17
The third full week in September is designated as National Farm Safety and Health Week, an annual event that aims to bring safety to the forefront, particularly during the busy fall harvest season. The campaign, which has been running since 1944, is the longest-running education campaign by a U.S. Presidential Proclamation. This year’s theme is …
Sep 16
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 …
