Tag: agriculture

Ben Hale: Oklahoma Cattle Markets Stay Strong as Demand Holds Across the State

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 …

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Hugh Aljoe with Noble Research Institute Believes Stocking Rate Key to Ranch Profitability 

In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Hugh Aljoe, who says the Noble Research Institute has sharpened its mission around helping farmers and ranchers improve grazing land resiliency and ranch profitability. Noble’s New Focus: Land Health and Profitability Aljoe said Noble has shifted its efforts to deliver measurable results …

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Wheat Conditions Rank Mostly Poor In This Weeks Crop Progress

According to the latest crop progress report released on April 20th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 30%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 10% good to excellent, 45% very poor to poor, and 45% fair. Kansas winter wheat headed is at 15% winter wheat crop is ranked 24% good to excellent, 35% fair, …

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Introducing Carli Thomas of the Purcell FFA, Your 2026 Central Area Star in Agricultural Business

During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four categories – Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star …

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Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Launches AgNext Summit for Young Producers

Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma is launching a new event designed to help producers prepare for the future of agriculture while gaining practical insight from leaders across the industry. Speaking with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport, Greg Livingston, President and CEO of Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma, said the upcoming AgNext Summit grew out of …

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Introducing Brylee Pritchard of the Elk City FFA, Your 2026 Southwest Area Star in Agricultural Business

During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four categories – Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star …

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Oklahoma Senator Casey Murdoch Advocates for Agricultural Protections and Property Rights

Oklahoma State Senator Casey Murdoch recently sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to discuss the legislative landscape surrounding Oklahoma agricultural protections. Murdoch emphasized that his primary focus remains safeguarding the land rights and freedoms of rural Oklahomans amidst increasing challenges from frivolous lawsuits and urban expansion into rural areas. Glyphosate and Crop Protection Tools …

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Wheat Market Rally: Weather Concerns Drive Prices to Yearly Highs

The current wheat market rally is gaining significant momentum, with prices surging to their highest levels since early 2025. Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Todd Hubbs, OSU crop marketing specialist, to discuss how this rally is being fueled by poor crop conditions and persistent weather challenges across the Southern Plains. Hubbs notes that …

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Introducing Madilyn Bishop of the Stillwater FFA, Your 2026 Central Area Star in Agricultural Science

During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four categories – Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star …

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NCBA Warns New World Screwworm Cases Near Texas Border

The cattle industry is watching closely as New World screwworm cases continue pushing north through Mexico, with the nearest confirmed detection now less than 100 miles from the United States. During a webinar on April 15th hosted by National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Sigrid Johannes, Senior Executive Director of Government Affairs, offered an extensive update on …

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