In rural America, veterinarians are more than just doctors — they are the backbone of thriving animal agriculture communities and essential partners in local economies. They care for livestock that sustain our agricultural industry, keep beloved pets healthy, detect and control diseases that can spread from animals to people, and stand on the front lines …
Category: Ag News
Aug 14
Dr. Ramon Tosta: Simple Breeding Strategies Can Boost Herd Efficiency and Profit
In today’s Beef Buzz, Oklahoma Farm Report intern Karleigh Erramouspe spoke with Dr. Ramon Tosta of New Life Veterinary Services. Dr. Tosta described estrus synchronization as “one of the greatest tools that we have developed as cattlemen,” emphasizing that “our cows need to be pregnant in order to be profitable for the ranch.” He explained …
Aug 14
Multiple Sources Confirm- No New World Screwworms in Oklahoma or Texas
Despite the social media world buzzing about the flies that lay the eggs that produce the maggots that are what we call the New World Screwworm, the Oklahoma Farm Report has been told that there are no confirmed cases of the NWS in Oklahoma- or for that matter- in Texas. Oklahoma State Veterinarian Dr. Rod …
Aug 14
Applications are now open for OKFB’s Pitch the Plains competition
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has teamed up with Launch Rural OK to host the first-annual Pitch the Plains competition during the 2025 Oklahoma Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. The competition is designed to celebrate bold ideas and spark entrepreneurship in both adults and youth across rural Oklahoma. The competition features two separate categories, including an adult category …
Aug 14
July GRF collections exceed estimate at start of new fiscal year
General Revenue Fund collections in July – the first month of fiscal year 2026 – totaled $608.5 million, which is $26.3 million, or 4.5%, above the monthly estimate. This total is also $11.6 million, or 1.9%, below collections from July 2024. “As we begin a new fiscal year, Oklahoma’s general revenue collections are off to …
Aug 14
Abnormally Dry Conditions Spread In This Weeks Drought Monitor
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. According to the latest Oklahoma drought monitor report, exceptional drought remains at zero percent, unchanged from the start of the calendar year. Extreme drought or worse conditions remain at zero percent, unchanged since the week of October 29, 2024. Severe drought or worse conditions remain at zero percent, unchanged since the week …
Aug 14
Survey of Oklahoma Cattle Producers Regarding Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases
The Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Entomology Program is seeking participants for a study on the impact of ticks on beef and dairy cattle production in Oklahoma. We are looking for producers who are willing to complete a brief survey, to help us assess tick and tick-borne disease knowledge and prevalence, and identify preventative measures …
Aug 14
Smithfield Foods Donates $500,000 to Support Riverside Smithfield Hospital
Riverside Health and Riverside Foundation are proud to announce a transformational philanthropic gift from Smithfield Foods in support of the new Riverside Smithfield Hospital. This investment addresses a critical need in our region: full-service, inpatient hospital care for Isle of Wight County. “Access to quality health care is essential to a thriving community,” said Shane …
Aug 14
Register for NCBA’s Next Webinar
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 14
Ranking Member Angie Craig, Ag Democrats Question Secretary Rollins Over Planned USDA Reorganization
Yesterday, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) led fellow Agriculture Committee Democrats on a letter to Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins expressing deep concern regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) planned reorganization. The letter comes after Secretary Rollins announced a dramatic reorganization of the USDA without involving members of Congress or relevant stakeholders in planning discussions. “The lack …
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