Sep 25
In a recent report titled “The Harvest Economy,” the National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) outlined the significant economic contributions of the grain and feed industry. According to NGFA President and CEO Mike Seyfert, the study quantifies the industry’s essential role in the U.S. economy, showing it generates over $400 billion in economic output and …
Sep 25
In today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays offers an overview four days after the most recent, and closest yet detection of New World screwworm in Mexico, the parasite’s threat to the U.S. border is growing. The Mexican government confirmed on Sunday that an infected heifer had been found in Sabinas Hidalgo, Nuevo …
Sep 25
Each fall, farmers determine when to begin harvesting corn to optimize yield and crop quality while managing drying costs. “Picking the right moisture content to harvest is a bit of a balancing act, and one that depends on the season and the farm operation,” says Kevin Gale, AgriGold agronomist. “But in many cases, harvesting grain …
Sep 25
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 25
The 5 States Beef Conference will return this fall with two meetings bringing timely beef industry updates to area producers. The first session will be held Tuesday, October 14 at the Beaver County Fair Building in Beaver, OK. Registration begins at 2:00 p.m. with the program running from 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. The second session …
Sep 25
The American Farmers & Ranchers (AFR) Political Action Committee has endorsed Republican candidate Dillon Travis, Maramec, for State House District 35. The Republican primary for the vacant House seat will be held Dec. 9, 2025. Travis is a sixth-generation Oklahoman, a lifelong farmer and a rural business owner. He currently serves farmers across Oklahoma through …
Sep 25
As a leading importer of cotton, China plays a pivotal role in shaping the international cotton market (Figure 1). China’s cotton imports are highly regulated by government policy, with centralized guidance through a tariff-rate quota (TRQ) system. The TRQ allows a specified amount of cotton (quota, currently at 894,000 tons) to be imported at a …
Sep 25
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Sep 25
According to Channel 9, State Superintendent Ryan Walters announced his resignation on Wednesday night on FOX News. He said he will now serve as CEO of Teacher Freedom Alliance. Since Walters resigned, Gov. Kevin Stitt will have to find someone to finish off the rest of the term. In March of 2025, Rep Ellen Pogemiller submitted …
