Jun 26
President Donald Trump hosted a gathering of agricultural leaders at the White House to launch a sweeping federal push targeting regenerative agriculture and crop protection alternatives. The event, aligned with the administration’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative, introduced a series of executive directives and regulatory changes to modernize American farming and address human health …
Jun 26
Grain prices are under continued pressure as favorable weather and heavy global supplies limit upward momentum, leaving agricultural producers struggling to find a footing in the current market. Oklahoma State University Extension crop marketing specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs notes that while the seasonal shift has introduced new variables, excellent growing conditions across key production areas …
Jun 26
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Ethan Lane, who says while the Senate Agriculture Committee’s newly released farm bill framework includes several positive provisions for cattle producers, major livestock issues—including a fix for California’s Proposition 12—remain unresolved. Lane said the initial draft from Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John …
Jun 25
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a major decision on Thursday, ruling 7-2 in favor of Monsanto and its parent company, Bayer. The landmark opinion significantly alters the landscape of agricultural litigation by blocking thousands of pending and future lawsuits that claim the weedkiller Roundup causes cancer. The decision in Monsanto v. Durnell centers on a …
Jun 25
Register today for the Oklahoma Wheat Growers Association Annual Meeting! Join us Wednesday, July 8 at the Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford. Hear updates from Dr. Carver, Dr. Silva, Mike Schulte, and receive NAWG updates. OWGA Members – FREE Non-Members – $50 (includes a one-year OWGA membership!) Registration: 10:30 AM Meeting: 11:00 AM …
Jun 25
The threat of a rapidly intensifying King Kong El Niño is developing in the Pacific, carrying the potential to drastically alter weather patterns across the southern plains. However, Oklahoma must first navigate a forecasted period of below-normal precipitation through the core summer months. State Climatologist Gary McManus detailed the severe atmospheric shifts impacting the region, …
Jun 25
Oklahoma Junior Wheat Show 2026 is giving 4-H and FFA students across the state a chance to showcase their wheat production skills, compete for scholarships, and gain valuable experience in grain quality evaluation. In a recent conversation with senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays, Mike Schulte of the Oklahoma Wheat Commission highlighted key dates, …
Jun 25
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. As Oklahoma moves deeper into summer, drought continues to shape conditions for producers across the state. Although eastern Oklahoma has seen improving moisture, severe dryness in the west is still driving higher input costs, stressing pastures, and adding pressure to already difficult production decisions. According to the …
Jun 24
With the highly anticipated USDA acreage report on the horizon, Farmers Business Network (FBN) is sharing a preview from its sixth annual US Acreage Report. The data highlights how severe weather is altering planting decisions across the country. In a recent discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Josh McClure of FBN broke down the numbers, …
Jun 23
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 …
