May 27
Protein demand is surging, and leaders in the pork industry are working to ensure producers benefit from growing consumer interest. Speaking with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport during a Dean’s Dialog at Ag Hall, Dr. David Newman, CEO of the National Pork Board, discussed the unique structure of the pork checkoff, efforts to grow pork …
May 26
According to the latest crop progress report released on May 26th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 98%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 12% good to excellent, 56% poor to very poor, and 32% fair. Oklahoma winter wheat harvested is at 7% this week. Kansas winter wheat headed is at 97% winter wheat …
May 26
OSU agriculture investments are helping position Oklahoma producers for the future, according to Dr. Jayson Lusk, Dean of Agriculture at Oklahoma State University, who says new facilities, research initiatives, and stronger industry partnerships are aimed at improving profitability and advancing science for farmers and ranchers across the state. Speaking with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport …
May 26
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from a panel of leading cattle market analysts brought together at the spring meeting of the U.S. Meat Export Federation in Oklahoma City to discuss one of the cattle industry’s biggest questions: What new world screwworm concerns and the closure of the …
May 26
Fresh fruits and vegetables are at the center of a growing national conversation about nutrition, policy, and agricultural production—and industry leaders say increasing consumption is both the biggest challenge and the greatest opportunity ahead. Speaking with Oklahoma Farm Report’s Maci Carter in Washington, D.C., Mollie Van Lieu outlined what the fresh produce sector represents and …
May 22
A newly released Lifecycle assessment of United States cotton fiber production is giving growers, brands, and retailers a deeper look at the environmental impacts of cotton production—and according to Dr. Jesse Daystar of Cotton Incorporated, the findings show U.S. cotton is positioned strongly when it comes to sustainability and transparency. Speaking with associate farm reporter …
May 22
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Dan Halstrom, president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation who spoke at the spring conference, about renewed optimism surrounding U.S. beef access to China after American cattle producers have been effectively shut out of the market since early 2025. …
May 22
After more than seven years serving Oklahoma agriculture as the Deputy Commissioner for the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry, JanLee Rowlett is saying goodbye to ODAFF as she prepares to take on a new role with the Livestock Marketing Association. Speaking with Farm Director KC Sheperd at a farewell gathering, Rowlett reflected on …
May 21
The agricultural markets are experiencing notable volatility, driven by international political developments and shifting economic forecasts. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Todd Hubbs from Oklahoma State University (OSU) to discuss the current state of the markets and what producers can expect in the coming weeks. The conversation highlighted how global events, particularly …
May 21
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays continues his conversation with Dr. Jeff Goodwin, chairman-elect of the U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef, about some of the biggest questions facing the cattle industry — from balancing larger carcass weights with efficiency to managing drought and building practical sustainability solutions for ranchers across …
