Oct 23
While sunny skies and crisp conditions may feel pleasant across much of Oklahoma, agricultural producers and water managers know that the best weather right now comes in shades of gray. Soil moisture deficits, low stock ponds, and diminished lake levels across the state continue to make widespread, soaking rainfall the top priority heading into late …
Oct 23
Oklahoma FFA members are once again proving that the future of agriculture is running strong in the Sooner State, turning heads and bringing home serious hardware from the 99th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. From historic team finishes and national proficiency titles to elite agriscience championships and premier chapter honors, students from across Oklahoma showcased …
Oct 23
Following recent widespread rainfall across the Southern Plains, Oklahoma State University crop marketing specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs joined Farm Director KC Sheperd to deliver a detailed Todd Hubbs crop market update covering planting progress, harvest projections, and shifting commodity prices. While the moisture brought much-needed relief to parched fields, the intensity of the deluge created …
Oct 22
National FFA CEO Scott Stump says the organization’s mission of preparing young people for careers in agriculture remains as important as ever as FFA celebrates its 99th National Convention in Indianapolis. With membership reaching more than 1 million students, Stump says the organization is focused on expanding opportunities across the agriculture industry while preparing for …
Oct 22
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Oklahoma is seeing some improvement in drought conditions following recent rainfall, offering relief after months of hot, dry weather across much of the state. Exceptional drought has shrunk by 9.39% this week, reflecting the impact of heavy rain across parts of Oklahoma. However, drought remains widespread, and …
Oct 21
A developing winter weather pattern across the Southern Plains will deliver a sharp contrast in seasonal moisture, cold air, and frozen precipitation for Oklahoma agricultural producers. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with AccuWeather meteorologist Chad Merrill to examine the full winter outlook, breaking down projected temperatures, snowfall expectations, ice storm probabilities, and the …
Oct 20
The Texas cattle feeding industry is navigating challenges ranging from Mexican cattle imports and New World screwworm concerns to labor disruptions and the need for long-term herd rebuilding. Laphe Laroe, outgoing chairman of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association (TCFA) and director of operations at Smith Cattle Company, discussed these issues with senior farm and ranch …
Oct 20
Trey Myers, a member of the Perkins-Tryon FFA chapter in Oklahoma, is wrapping up a year of national service as the ninth national FFA president from Oklahoma. In a conversation with Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays ahead of the 99th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Myers reflected on his journey through FFA, the …
Oct 20
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays continues his conversation with Dr. Shalene McNeill, a registered dietitian working with the Beef Checkoff, about the new dietary guidelines, the growing focus on protein and the role beef can play in healthy diets. McNeill says the guidelines have created new opportunities to communicate …
Oct 20
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 …
