Aug 20
Unpredictable weather, forage availability, and shifting land use pressures are just a few of the challenges grazing operations face today. This webinar will explore how contingency planning can help producers build resilience into their grazing systems—ensuring they’re prepared to adapt, not just react. Hear from Chad Ellis, Texas Agricultural Land Trust, and Robbie LeValley, LeValley …
Aug 20
It’s time to find those dancin’ boots and get ready to enjoy the sights, sounds and flavors of the “songwriting capital of the world.” Registration is now open for CattleCon 2026, which will be held for the first time in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Music City Center, home of CattleCon 2026, is walking distance from well-known …
Aug 20
Oklahoma is bracing for a significant shift in its weather pattern, one that State Climatologist Gary McManus is calling a welcome departure from the typical late-summer heat. As the state heads into the final week of August and beyond, residents can anticipate a period of heavy rainfall and unseasonably cool temperatures, a change that McManus …
Aug 20
Farm director, KC Sheperd, recently sat down with Ethan Drake, a summer intern for the Oklahoma Pork Council, to discuss the state’s significant role in the national pork industry. Originally from Missouri, Drake got his start with the organization through the pork industry group, a college program designed to connect students with industry professionals. “I …
Aug 20
Last week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi sat down with Bloomberg to detail improvements that the Trump EPA has made to increase the clean up of Superfund sites. Looking at tools such as initiating presumptive remedies to extending the use of removal actions, the agency is working to ensure that Superfund …
Aug 20
In today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Bray Haven, Executive Vice President of Cattlemen’s Congress, who reflects on the success of the most recent show held this past January. He noted that “our entries and the numbers shown were up five to six percent across the board, sales were …
Aug 20
Vive Crop Protection is pleased to announce the addition of Dor Kestecher to its team as Senior Portfolio Manager within the Product Management department. Kestecher’s extensive background in agriculture, product development, and business strategy brings a unique perspective that will support the continued expansion and innovation of Vive’s product portfolio. With over 15 years of experience …
Aug 20
Weekly, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Nutrition Specialist Paul Beck offers his expertise on the beef cattle industry. This is part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Derrell Peel, Mark Johnson, and Beck. Today, he talks about Matching Your Summer Stocker Supplementation Program to Production and …
Aug 20
Compared to the last report. Demand is slow. There are some movements, but not enough for a trend for all types of hay. Oklahoma has been able to bale hay over the past few weeks. Some areas are requesting another rain shower to see if they can get one more cutting of hay, while others …
Aug 20
At President Trump’s direction, U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Greer launched a Section 301 investigation into Brazil’s attacks on American social media companies and other unfair trading practices that harm American companies, workers, farmers and technology innovators. In response, R-CALF USA submitted comments calling for the suspension of Brazilian beef imports. In its comments, R-CALF USA argued that …
