Category: Ag News

Grant Writing 101: An Expert’s Guide for Ag Producers and Small Businesses

Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Sarah Diamond of Diamond Grants and Consulting to demystify the process of grant writing for agricultural producers and other business owners. Diamond emphasized that grant writing is a skill worth understanding for anyone who owns a business, even if they don’t have an immediate need for a …

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4 County CEU Meeting on August 27th in Elk City

Join us at the 4 County CEU Meeting on August 27th, 2025 from 9:30 am-2:30 pm at the Western Tech Center located at 301 Western Dr. in Elk City, OK. The RSVP Expired on the 21st, but they would appreciate the heads up if you would like to attend by calling the Beckham County Extension …

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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.

Feeder Steers and Heifers Higher at Joplin Regional Stockyards on Monday

Feeder Steers and Heifers Higher, Steer Calves Higher, Heifer Calves Mostly Steady at Oklahoma National Stockyards on Monday

Daily Cash Grains For August 25, 2025

Oklahoma Corn Crop Conditions Rise 11 Points In This Weeks Crop Progress

National Corn Statistics: Corn mature reached 7 percent, down three points from the previous year and equal to the the five-year average. Corn Dough reached 83 percent, equal to a year ago and down one point from the five-year average. Corn dented reached 44 points, equal to last year and the five-year average. Corn Conditions are rated …

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Colin Woodall: CDC’s Protocol Handling of a Human New World Screwworm Case Worked Well

Senior Farm And Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), who addressed concerns following the CDC’s report of a human case of New World screwworm in early August. Woodall explained, “From what we understand, it was an individual who had made a trip to one of …

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Brighter Future program helps Oklahoma students plan for life after high school

 High school students across Oklahoma are gaining confidence and clarity about their futures thanks to Brighter Future, a college and career readiness program offered through Oklahoma State University Extension. Designed for high school students, Brighter Future equips participants with the tools and knowledge to navigate life after graduation. Whether students plan to attend college, enter the …

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Justin Lewis Market Wrap Up For August 25, 2025

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