Jul 31
As July comes to a close, cattle markets have experienced a sharp correction that has caught the attention of producers across the country. In today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Oklahoma State University livestock market economist Dr. Derrell Peel, who says despite the recent volatility, the long-term outlook for …
Jul 30
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Another week of summer heat has kept drought concerns front and center across Oklahoma. While conditions have stabilized in much of the state over the past few weeks, dry weather continues to challenge producers in western Oklahoma as they await meaningful rainfall. According to the Drought Monitor, the exceptional …
Jul 29
Agricultural producers struggling to find dependable seasonal labor may have another option through the federal H-2A temporary agricultural worker program. Oklahoma Farm Report intern Haden Snelson recently spoke with Todd Miller, founder and president of Head Honchos LLC, about how the program works and what farmers and ranchers must do to participate. “It’s a guest …
Jul 28
Oklahoma national champion livestock exhibitors were recognized at the Oklahoma State Capitol as state leaders celebrated the accomplishments of 4-H and FFA members who earned top honors at national livestock shows this summer. Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture Blayne Arthur said in a recent conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport that the annual recognition highlights …
Jul 27
Being named Oklahoma Cattlewoman of the Year 2026 is an honor Debbie Powers says she never expected, but one she deeply appreciates. Powers, who was recently recognized by the Oklahoma CattleWomen, reflected on the friendships, volunteer work and passion for beef promotion that have shaped her journey during a conversation with Associate Farm Reporter Carli …
Jul 27
Oklahoma Farm Report intern Haden Snelson visited with Oklahoma 4-H State Program Leader Steve Beck and state 4-H president Kate Sherrill during the 105th State 4-H Roundup at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. Beck described State 4-H Roundup as Oklahoma 4-H’s premier leadership event, bringing young people from across the state together for competitions, educational …
Jul 26
Candidates seeking to lead the state presented their vision for Oklahoma’s food, fiber, and livestock sectors during the 2026 Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Gubernatorial Agriculture Forum held at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center in Tulsa. Hosted and moderated by Oklahoma Farm Report’s Ron Hays, the non-debate event featured Democratic nominee and House Minority Leader …
Jul 24
The persistent heat dome gripping Oklahoma and much of the region continues to hold strong, offering little immediate respite for agricultural producers looking ahead to the upcoming planting season. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with Thomas Kines, Senior Meteorologist with AccuWeather, to discuss the stubborn weather pattern and what farmers and ranchers can anticipate …
Jul 24
Country music artist and Stillwater native Wyatt Flores returned to Oklahoma State University this week for the annual Big Three Field Days, where he stepped into the judging ring to officiate a livestock judging class and spoke with Oklahoma Farm Report summer intern Presley Strickland. While Flores has attended the event for years, he said …
Jul 23
The wheat market rally has surged dramatically throughout July, pushing prices up nearly $1.40 on Hard Red Winter (HRW) wheat nearby futures. This unexpected price movement is primarily driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Black Sea region, alongside shifting global crop conditions. Oklahoma State University Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs recently joined Farm …
