Oct 20
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Shannon Ferrell discussing ranch transition at the Texas Cattle Feeders Convention. As he explained, “A lot of people really understand the importance of our farm transition issue. It’s become very real to people as they realize the horizon that we …
Oct 17
Oklahoma State University agricultural economist Dr. John Michael Riley says the markets have been unusually stagnant due to the ongoing government shutdown. “We’re still in the midst of a shutdown with the government,” he explains, noting that critical USDA data is unavailable. “About this time of the month is when we receive our monthly crop …
Oct 13
Today’s beef buzz features comments from Beef Cattle Specialist Dr. David Lalman of Oklahoma State University, who recently discussed cow size, genetics, and management decisions for today’s cow-calf producers during the OSU Field Day with Oklahoma Farm Report’s Carli Davenport. Lalman explained that cow size remains a key factor in determining profitability for operations with limited grazing …
Oct 13
Oklahoma State University (OSU) has filled a key role in its agricultural economics division with the hiring of Dr. Todd Hubbs, who steps into the role of Small Grains Specialist, succeeding the influential Dr. Kim Anderson. In an interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd at the Rural Economic Outlook Conference, Dr. Hubbs discussed his background, …
Oct 09
Speaking from the Rural Economic Outlook Conference, Oklahoma State University (OSU) Vice President and Dean of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Dr. Jayson Lusk, delivered an optimistic update on the state of the university in an interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd of the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network. The conversation began on …
Oct 02
The Schantz Family Farm Field Day is scheduled for October 9th, and it will be held in a way that honors the legacy of Merlin Schantz. As Farm Director KC Sheperd recalls, Merlin would call her every year to talk about the “awesomeness of this field day,” and the event will continue his tradition of …
Aug 18
In a monumental step for veterinary education in Oklahoma, leaders gathered to celebrate the new School of Veterinary Medicine at Oklahoma State University (OSU). The celebration commemorates a historic $250 million state funding appropriation for the reconstruction of a new, state-of-the-art veterinary teaching hospital. Farm Director KC Sheperd caught up with Steve Thompson, Director of …
May 21
A recent visit to Lahoma Wheat Field Day saw Farm Director KC Sheperd speaking with Dayton Lambert of Oklahoma State University (OSU) about a comprehensive impact analysis conducted on the university’s wheat breeding program. This extensive project aimed to quantify the program’s contributions to the Oklahoma economy and wheat producers. “We took some publicly available …
May 19
A recent visit to Oklahoma State University’s (OSU) wheat breeding plots in Lahoma provided an insightful look into the exciting developments and strategic decisions shaping the future of wheat production in the state. Dr. Brett Carver, OSU Wheat Breeding Specialist, offered a comprehensive overview of the diverse variety plots, emphasizing both immediate concerns and long-term …
Feb 05
The first female president of Oklahoma State University, Dr. Kayse Shrum, has resigned. Her resignation took effect Monday, February 3rd The Oklahoma State University A&M Board of Regents has accepted the resignation of President Kayse Shrum, effective Feb. 3, and released the following statement: The board says: “We extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Shrum …
