Mar 06
Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport recently spoke with Kristine Nichols, coordinator of the Southern Oklahoma Urban and Small Farm Hub at Murray State College, to discuss a new effort aimed at supporting producers and local agriculture in the region. Nichols said the Ag hub was created through collaboration between multiple partners to strengthen agricultural opportunities …
Mar 06
Oklahoma State University /OSU wheat varieties have achieved a historic milestone, claiming all ten of the top spots for planted acres of Hard Red Winter Wheat in Oklahoma. According to the March 2026 Oklahoma Variety Report from the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, this marks the eighth consecutive year that OSU-developed varieties have led the …
Mar 06
In today’s beef buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Justin Hossfeld, National Sales Manager for Range and Pasture with Envu, about how new technology is changing the way ranchers manage grass, cattle, and time. Hossfeld emphasized that Envu is uniquely focused on range, pasture, and environmental science. As he explained, “We are …
Mar 05
While Oklahomans have enjoyed a relatively quiet start to the week, State Climatologist Gary McManus warns that our streak of “dud” weather events is likely coming to an end. In his latest update, McManus noted that while “duds” are preferred when it comes to severe storms, the atmospheric setup for the remainder of the week …
Mar 05
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Drought conditions continue to tighten their grip across Oklahoma as dry weather lingers across much of the state. A combination of below-normal winter precipitation, warmer-than-average temperatures, and persistent winds has allowed drought conditions to intensify in recent weeks. According to the latest Oklahoma Drought Monitor report, exceptional drought remains at …
Mar 04
The 22nd Annual Oklahoma City Farm Show, featuring the latest in agricultural machinery, equipment, technology, and services, will take place March 19–21, 2026, at the OKC Fairgrounds’ Bennett Event Center. This year’s event will showcase more than 1,000 products and services from hundreds of exhibitors, filling both the indoor Bennett Event Center and the outdoor …
Mar 04
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Abe Smith, pasture specialist with Corteva Agriscience, about why weed management is a critical part of pasture success for cattle producers. Smith says managing weeds is not just about appearance, but about protecting the productivity and long-term value of pasture acres at …
Mar 04
Maci Carter visited with Dr. Brian Arnall and Brian Pugh, both extension specialists with Oklahoma State University, following the Oklahoma Central Cattle Conference, where the two led a jointly delivered session built as a conversation rather than a formal presentation. Arnall explained that the idea came from wanting to mirror the kind of back-and-forth dialogue …
Mar 03
Michael Langemeier and Joana Colussi, Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture Farmer sentiment improved in February as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer (AEB) Index rose from 113 points in January to 116 (see Figure 1). The Current Conditions Index increased by 11 points, while the Future Expectations Index dropped 1 point (see Figure 2). The Future Expectations Index this month was 45 points …
Mar 03
At the OACD state meeting, Farm Director KC Sheperd visited with Caleb Stone of the Natural Resources Conservation Service to discuss the Regenerative Pilot Program and what it means for Oklahoma producers. Stone explained that while the program is new as a pilot, it operates within existing conservation frameworks. “It’s a pilot that operates within …
