Dec 02
The Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer Index climbed to 139 in November, 10 points higher than in October and the highest barometer reading since June of this year. The improvement in farmer sentiment was attributable to producers’ more optimistic outlook for the future, as the November Future Expectations Index reading of 144 was 15 points higher than in …
Dec 02
At the National Farm Broadcasters Convention in Kansas City, farm director KC Sheperd spoke with American Soybean Association Vice President Scott Metzger, who discussed his current role and his upcoming transition into the presidency. He notes that he is “currently vice president” of the ASA, and in “a couple weeks I will move up into …
Dec 01
Oklahoma Farm Reports’ Maci Carter spoke with Bailey Corwine of the American Farm Bureau Federation, who began by discussing mental health in farm communities and immediately identified what she believes is the biggest misconception. She states that “the biggest misconception is that reaching out is a sign of weakness,” noting that farmers often rely on …
Dec 01
In today’s beef buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Lance Zimmerman of Rabobank. As 2025 concludes, the central industry question is whether the U.S. will finally see signs of herd expansion. Zimmerman stresses that this remains the foundation of long-term production growth. He points out that despite political pressure to lower …
Dec 01
Farm director KC Sheperd spoke with Mike Stranz, vice president of advocacy for the National Farmers Union, at the National Farm Broadcasters Convention in Kansas City. The conversation centers on current challenges facing farmers, beginning with concerns about the aftermath of the recent government shutdown and what comes next for federal trade assistance. Stranz emphasizes …
Nov 28
Farm director KC Sheperd spoke with Michael Langemeier of Purdue University, who began with an introduction to the Ag Economy Barometer, a monthly survey conducted by Purdue to track the sentiment of U.S. agricultural producers. Langemeier explained that the survey has been ongoing for about a decade and involves polling 400 producers every month. “We …
Nov 27
Stockyards City Main Street invites everyone to join the festivities for the Annual Cowboy Christmas Parade in historic Stockyards City on Saturday, December 6th! Parade Details The excitement kicks off at 10:00 a.m. with the majestic Slash O Ranch Longhorns leading the way. The parade features a mix of fun entries, including: The parade route …
Nov 26
In today’s beef buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Dan Halstrom, president of the USMEF, who emphasized that global demand for U.S. red meat remains “very, very good, if not record-breaking,” even amid political and economic turbulence. He noted especially strong performance in markets tied to existing free trade agreements, saying …
Nov 25
KC sheperd spoke with Kim Tutor, technical marketing manager for plant health who explains that her role at BASF focuses on fungicide performance. She notes, “I’m excited to be here talking about the performance of our fungicides.” She highlights their performance-driven fungicides and emphasizes their lead corn product, Veltyma. Tutor discusses the significant disease pressures …
Nov 24
National Wheat Statistics: Winter Wheat Planted reached 97 percent, equal to the previous year and the five-year average. Winter Wheat Emerged reached 87 percent, down one point versus the previous year and down two points from the five-year average. National Corn Statistics: Corn Harvested Reached 96 percent, down four points from a year ago and down one …
