BASF is further expanding its industry-leading FiberMax® and Stoneville® cotton seed portfolio with the addition of six new varieties for the 2025 growing season. With these new additions, the FiberMax and Stoneville cotton seed portfolio features a total of 13 varieties. All new varieties for 2025 include Axant™ Flex herbicide tolerance technology, cotton’s first quad-stacked herbicide trait*, and …
Category: Ag News
Feb 17
Dr. Derrell Peel says Beef Demand Continues Strong in 2025
Dr. Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist, offers his economic analysis of the beef cattle industry as part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Peel, Mark Johnson, and Paul Beck. Today, Dr. Peel discusses beef demand in 2025. The all-fresh retail beef price for …
Feb 17
The Importance of Permanent Death Tax Reforms for Agriculture: Insights from Kent Bacus
At CattleCon 2025, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, spoke with National Cattlemen’s Association executive director of government affairs, Kent Bacus, about the challenges surrounding legislative tax policies in Congress. Coverage of CattleCon 2025 is powered by Farm Data Services of Stillwater, Oklahoma. Most agricultural groups agree that extending the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts would …
Feb 17
Megan Janus recognized with OSU Leave the Ladder Down Award
Megan Janus, academic programs coordinator in the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture, was recognized with the Leave the Ladder Down Award at the 2024 University Awards Convocation. The Leave the Ladder Down Award is given to a staff or faculty member who has mentored and encouraged others to reach their fullest potential. “Megan exemplifies …
Feb 17
Alva FFA Kicks Off 2025 with Service, Competition, and Community
Alva FFA had a month filled with fun events, hard work, and competition. As livestock show and competition season comes nearer, FFA members work tirelessly to get their livestock ready, write speeches, and study their Career Development Events. As always, Alva FFA members continue to grow in their leadership skills. The Agronomy Team started the …
Feb 17
Outstanding Demand for U.S. Beef in Mexico’s Foodservice Sector
U.S. beef is thriving in Mexico’s foodservice and hospitality sectors, but each major destination in Mexico has specific product needs. In this audio report, Gerardo Rodriguez, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) regional director for Mexico, Central America and the Dominican Republic, speaks to the differing foodservice offerings and consumer trends in four specific regions of Mexico: …
Feb 17
Register for NCBA’s Next Webinar
Building a More Resilient Cow HerdTuesday, February 18 th 6:00 – 7:00 CST Biosecurity is essential in a cow-calf operation to protect the investment in bull selection and ensure the overall health of the herd. By partnering with a reliable seedstock provider, producers can enhance genetics and animal health, reducing the risk of disease introduction …
Feb 17
Ensuring Biosecurity: Dr. Rosslyn Biggs on Preparing for the Oklahoma Youth Expo
Farm Director KC Sheperd caught up with OSU Extension Beef Cattle Specialist Dr. Rosslyn Biggs to discuss the upcoming Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE) and the biosecurity measures involved with it. According to Dr. Biggs, the time to begin is now as exhibitors prepare for local and county shows. Animal owners should be checking their equipment, …
Feb 17
Kerbs Pulls House Bill 1755
Rep. Dell Kerbs, R-Shawnee, reaffirmed his commitment to finding balanced solutions for all Oklahomans and released the following statement today after withdrawing House Bill 1755. “After careful consideration and extensive conversations with various groups, I have made the decision to withdraw HB1755,” Kerbs said. “It is important that we take the time to thoroughly evaluate …
Feb 17
Presidents’ Day Extreme Cold Forces Cattle Market Changes This Week
Today, the United States observes Presidents’ Day, a federal holiday that typically sees government offices closed, mail delivery suspended, and financial markets at a standstill. However, while these closures are standard, the cattle market operates somewhat independently, with regional cash cattle auction markets remaining open for business. Retail stores across the country also generally remain …
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