Sep 02
John Deere (NYSE: DE) today announced the introduction of the V452M round baler to the North American lineup, providing enhanced productivity and precision to larger-scale hay and forage operations. The V452M headlines the newly updated lineup of VR and CR round baler models, introducing a new naming convention and advanced features purpose-built for heavy crop …
Sep 02
According to State Climatologist Gary McManus, August 2025 delivered a surprise to Oklahomans, wrapping up the summer with an unseasonably cool and wet finale. Instead of the usual late-summer heat, two strong cold fronts moved through the state, bringing fall-like conditions that broke multiple weather records. The final week of the month saw a notable …
Sep 02
Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association today announced the appointment of Clay McKinney as executive director of law enforcement, brand and inspection services. McKinney has been serving in this role on an interim basis since earlier this year and assumes the permanent position effective immediately. In his role, McKinney will oversee daily operations for the association’s …
Sep 02
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) last week determined that more restrictive federal wastewater regulations and new cost burdens would be harmful for U.S. meat and poultry processing operations. The agency also concluded that the current system of federal, state and local requirements already in place under the Clean Water Act is working effectively. EPA on …
Sep 02
In today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Andy Holloway, a longtime Extension Educator from Canadian, Texas, who joined the conversation to highlight the success and growth of the Hemphill County Beef Conference. He noted that the event just celebrated its 10th anniversary this past spring. “We should have been …
Sep 02
Corn growers’ checkoff dollars are driving new research that could open major markets for ethanol in the equipment farmers use every day. Support from National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and its state corn grower associations has allowed Clemson University and John Deere to move forward on a cutting-edge Department of Energy (DOE) project, despite federal funding delays. Project Overview …
Sep 02
Join us on September 17 at 9:30am to learn how to use prescribed fire to reduce wildfire risk and improve the land. Please RSVP by September 10th at 12pm to ellisccd@conservation.ok.gov or call (580) 885-7306 Muskogee County Conservation District Locally Led Meeting | Muskogee Sept. 3 (10am) | 3001 Azalea Park Dr. Suite 1 Lake …
Sep 02
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 Winter Wheat Grazing and Stocker Prospects. Unseasonably cool and wet …
Sep 02
State Representative Brian Hill, a proven conservative leader, businessman, and Chairman of the House Commerce and Economic Development Committee, officially announced his candidacy for Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma. Brian Hill is a husband, father, Christian, conservative, and businessman fighting to unleash Oklahoma’s best as Lieutenant Governor. For two decades, Brian led 14 successful businesses …
Sep 02
The dairy checkoff has awarded 12 academic scholarships to students pursuing degrees with a focus on dairy and demonstrating strong potential as future industry leaders. The National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB), through Dairy Management Inc. – which manages the national dairy checkoff – annually awards $2,500 scholarships to 11 students. In addition, the …
