The deadline to submit nominations for the 46th Oklahoma Governor’s Arts Awards is October 15. The Oklahoma Arts Council invites Oklahomans from across the state to help bring recognition to the people and organizations doing outstanding work in the arts in communities. From faithful volunteers to seasoned leaders, long-time classroom teachers to determined advocates, there …
Category: Ag News
Sep 23
Drummond announces regional Officers of the Year for 2025
Attorney General Gentner Drummond today announced regional winners in this second year of the Attorney General’s Outstanding Oklahoma Officer of the Year Award. From these seven stellar officers of the law, a statewide 20205 Officer of the Year will be named in November. The award program recognizes exceptional service and dedication among Oklahoma’s law enforcement …
Sep 23
Ben Hale: Tight Cattle Supplies Drive Strong Prices at Oklahoma National Stockyards
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 …
Sep 23
Nearly 2,000 students take part in OKFB’s state fair livestock judging contest
Oklahoma Farm Bureau hosted nearly 2,000 4-H and FFA students comprising 230 chapters and clubs for the 2025 Oklahoma State Fair Livestock Judging Contest on Monday, Sept. 15, in Oklahoma City. Students in third grade through 12th grade evaluated eight classes of cattle, sheep, goats and hogs. They also answered a set of questions about a …
Sep 23
Tulsa State Fair’s “Night of Champions” Celebrates Top Youth Exhibitors
The Tulsa State Fair is gearing up for its annual event, with fair officials reporting an increase in livestock show entries this year. According to Brandi Herndon, who visited with Farm Director KC Sheperd, the fair’s entry numbers are “looking awesome,” with “significant growth in both the meat goat and breeding doe shows, along with …
Sep 23
Cow Calf Corner Mark Johnson: Preventing Anaplasmosis in Cattle
Mark Johnson, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Breeding Specialist, offers herd health advice as part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Derrell Peel, Johnson, and Paul Beck. Today, Johnson discusses Preventing Anaplasmosis in Cattle. With cattle at record values it is more important than ever to …
Sep 23
Tuesday Preopening Market Update with Dave Lanning
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Sep 22
Choice Boxed Beef Down Another 66 Cents as the Slide Continues
On Monday, Choice boxed beef closed at $381.39, down $0.66 from Friday’s $382.05. Select was reported at $362.09, up $2.17 compared to $359.92 on Friday. The Choice/Select spread narrowed to $19.30, versus $22.13 on Friday, with 108 loads reported against 131 previously. Boxed beef has now been down for 13 consecutive days, losing $34.62 in …
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