Boxed beef prices moved higher again on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, with the Choice cutout up $1.73 to $381.38 and Select up $1.79 to $361.79. This marks five consecutive days of gains, and the Choice cutout is now up $17.47 since October 13, reaching the highest price recorded in October in U.S. history. The Choice/Select …
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Oct 29
Cassie Fish: Uncertainty and Sharp Declines Rock the Cattle Market
In today’s beef buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Cattle market analyst Cassie Fish, who says the recent downturn marks a major shift in market momentum, signaling that “we are seeing the end of the bull market as we speak.” She notes that with just a few headlines and social media …
Oct 29
Okie Homesteading Event Coming up In March
Homesteading is such an exciting journey of freedom, allowing you to take control of your life, your food sources, and your inner peace. Let’s embrace this adventure together to reclaim your strength and deepen your connection with the land! We’d love for you to join us at the 2026 Okie Homesteading Expo! We have over …
Oct 29
National FFA President Thad Bergschneider Reflects on a Year of Leadership and Growth
At the 2025 National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, National FFA President Thad Bergschneider reflected on a whirlwind year representing more than one million members while speaking with senior far and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays. “You can’t go anywhere without meeting somebody,” he said, describing how FFA connects people from all walks of life. …
Oct 29
Viva Los Expo!”: Oklahoma Ag Expo Returns to Norman with Top Speakers and Sold-Out Show
The Oklahoma Ag Expo is just around the corner, taking place November 3–5 in Norman at the Embassy Suites. Ashley Tucker Randolph shared her excitement with farm director KC Sheperd, saying, “We are super excited to welcome everyone this upcoming Monday, we’re looking forward to having everyone.” She explained that the event is a collaboration …
Oct 28
Choice Boxed Beef $1.77 Higher on Tuesday at $379.65
Choice Boxed Beef rose again on Tuesday, climbing $1.77 to $379.65 — the fourth straight daily gain and the ninth increase in the past eleven sessions. Over that stretch, the cutout has added $15.74. Primal values were mixed compared to Monday: ribs jumped $4.26 to $626.80, loins surged $11.65 to $483.93, and rounds ticked up …
Oct 28
Oklahoma’s Corbin Robbins Represents State in National FFA Extemporaneous Speaking Contest
Senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with Corbin Robbins from the Chattanooga FFA Chapter, who is representing Oklahoma in the national extemporaneous speaking contest at the 98th FFA convention. Corbin shared how his journey into extemp began after competing in prepared and policy speeches. “After I had done prepared for so long… I …
Oct 28
Oklahoma’s Madilyn Norvell Brings Passion for Agriculture to National FFA Creed Contest
FFA members from across the country are gathering in Indianapolis this week for the 98th National FFA Convention, and among them is Oklahoma’s own Madilyn Norvell, representing the state in the National Creed Contest. Madilyn spoke with senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays about this opportunity. Growing up on a family farm, Madilyn says …
Oct 27
Choice Boxed Beef $2.12 Higher at $377.88 on Monday
Boxed beef values continued their bullish march on Monday, with the Choice cutout rising $2.12 to $377.88/cwt and Select jumping $3.69 to $361.66/cwt, bringing the spread down to $16.22. This marks the highest Choice value since September 23 and caps a $13.97 gain since October 13, with prices climbing in 8 of the last 10 …
Oct 27
Oklahoma FFA President Cooper Kline Leads Oklahoma FFA Members At 98th National FFA Convention
As thousands of FFA members head to Indianapolis for the 2025 National FFA Convention, Oklahoma FFA President Cooper Kline is preparing for what he calls a “great opportunity” to lead and represent his state on the national stage. Senior Farm And Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with Kline recently, who reflected on his transition from …
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