Oct 28
In today’s beef buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays continues his conversation with Cattlemen’s Congress Board Chairman Tyler Norvell, who says the 2026 event will once again offer something for everyone in the beef industry — from purebred breeders to commercial cattlemen. “A lot of times commercial cattlemen may hear, ‘Oh, there’s a stock show …
Oct 28
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
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 …
Oct 28
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
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 …
Oct 27
In today’s beef buzz, senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with the board Chairman of the Cattlemen’s Congress, Tyler Norvell. The 2026 Cattlemen’s Congress is gearing up for another exciting year. Norvell recalled the event’s miraculous beginning in 2020 when the National Western Stock Show in Denver was canceled due to COVID-19. Thanks …
Oct 24
Fall is here, and so are our OCA Fall Gatherings! These events are a great way for OCA members to connect with fellow cattle producers, enjoy a delicious beef dinner, and pick up valuable insights to help protect and grow our industry. We invite you to join us for one (or all!) of the first …
Oct 24
In today’s beef buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays continues his conversation with beef industry consultant dr nevil Speer. President Donald Trump’s recent comments on lowering beef prices through increased imports have stirred debate across the cattle industry. “You’re going to import more beef from Argentina — at least, that’s the implication,” Speer …
Oct 24
Annie Schneider from the Seiling FFA Chapter will represent Oklahoma in the 2025 National Prepared Public Speaking Contest at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. Schneider spoke with senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays about this opportunity. She shared that her journey in public speaking began years ago. “It actually all started my eighth-grade …
Oct 23
In today’s beef buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with beef industry consultant Dr. Nevil Speer about President Donald Trump’s recent comments about beef prices, which sparked strong reactions across the cattle industry. Trump claimed that cattle ranchers were only “doing so well because I put tariffs on cattle coming into the …
