Apr 03
February exports of U.S. pork were slightly higher year-over-year, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). While beef exports trended lower, due in large part to continued lack of access to China, shipments of beef variety meat posted another strong increase. February was a robust month for …
Apr 03
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Michael Kelsey, executive vice president of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, who shares a cattle industry perspective on an unusually early state budget agreement and what it could mean for agriculture. An Unprecedented Early Agreement Kelsey says the timing alone makes this budget …
Apr 02
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Andy Holloway, longtime Texas Panhandle Extension educator, who is helping lead preparations for the upcoming Hemphill County Beef Conference—an event that continues to draw national and international attention. A Growing Destination for Cattle Producers With just weeks to go, Holloway says excitement …
Apr 01
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Lee McGlamery of MP AgriLytics, who shares insight on key market forces shaping the cattle industry—from Mexico trade uncertainty to rising carcass weights and shifting demand. McGlamery was one of the featured speakers at the 2026 Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Convention …
Mar 31
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
Mar 30
In today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays features comments with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, who is signaling a possible shift toward reopening the U.S.–Mexico border to feeder cattle imports while continuing aggressive efforts to contain New World screwworm. The Secretary spoke with the media following her Saturday address to …
Mar 27
The Oklahoma cattle market remains a mix of optimism and caution, according to Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association President Ford Drummond, who recently spoke with senior farm broadcaster Ron Hays during the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association gathering in Fort Worth. Drummond highlighted the importance of regional collaboration, policy engagement, and staying adaptable in a time …
Mar 27
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with OKC West Auctioneer Jon Cooper, who shares insight on the strong cattle market at OKC West and what’s driving higher prices across the region. For many of you, Jon is a familiar face and voice at the world’s Largest Junior Livestock Show, …
Mar 26
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays continues his conversation with Kent Bacus of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, who discusses USDA’s rollout of the Voluntary Product of the USA label and the push to better educate both producers and consumers about the program. Promotion and Education Bacus says USDA is …
Mar 25
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Kent Bacus of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, who shares why cattle producers are encouraged by USDA’s renewed push behind the voluntary “Product of the USA” label. A Long-Awaited Fix to Labeling Loopholes Bacus says the updated rule represents years of industry …
