In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Dr. Marshall Streeter, Associate Director of Technical Service – Cattle at Merck Animal Health. He says the beef industry is approaching a point where continually increasing cattle weights may begin creating unintended consequences throughout the production chain. During the recent Tug …
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Jul 06
Oklahoma Soybean Growers Urged to Act Quickly on Post-Emergence Weed Control
A recent spell of hot weather in parts of rural America has raised crucial questions about the timing of post-emergence weed control in soybeans. Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Dr. Rodrigo Werle, an associate professor of weed science at the University of Wisconsin, about his recommendations for spraying when temperatures rise. He emphasizes that …
Jul 03
Unlocking Key Trends: Dr. Todd Hubbs on Surging Oklahoma Soybean Acreage, Volatile Grain Markets, and the Return of Canola
Oklahoma producers are navigating a shifting landscape following the latest USDA Acreage and Grain Stocks reports. To break down what these numbers mean for the region, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Oklahoma State University Extension crop marketing specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs to analyze how surging Oklahoma soybean acreage, emerging winter canola rotations, and …
Jul 02
Exceptional Drought Subsides In This Weeks Drought Monitor
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. After months of persistent dryness, Oklahoma is finally seeing meaningful drought relief. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows exceptional drought has dropped sharply from 7.13% to just 1.75% of the state, while drought-free areas expanded significantly—welcome news for producers heading into the heart of summer. Across Oklahoma …
Jul 01
OSU’s Mark Johnson on Bovine Congestive Heart Failure and Its Growing Impact on Feedlots
Bovine congestive heart failure in cattle is becoming an increasingly important issue for the beef industry, especially in feedlots where cattle are being finished to heavier weights. In a conversation with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport, Mark Johnson, OSU Extension beef cattle breeding specialist, explained what producers need to know about the disease and how …
Jul 01
Express Ranch Plans Historic Three-Day Female Dispersal Sale in October
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Donnie Robertson, Vice President of Express Ranch, who continues the conversation from part one, which aired yesterday, about the decision by the Funk family to disperse the iconic Express Ranches cattle operation. In this second installment, Robertson details how the ranch plans …
Jun 30
USDA June Acreage Report Reveals Shifting Crop Intentions Across Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released its annual June acreage report, detailing significant adjustments in planting and harvesting intentions across the Southern Plains. Striking a balance between fluctuating market demands and regional weather patterns, producers in Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas are adjusting their acreage strategies across key commodities. Oklahoma Acres See Major …
Jun 30
Express Ranches Legacy Lives On as Donnie Robertson Reflects on 30+ Years of Excellence
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Donnie Robertson, vice president of Express Ranches, about the remarkable legacy of one of the nation’s top seedstock operations after the Funk family announced plans to disperse the ranch’s beef cattle operation. When discussing elite seedstock programs in the U.S., Express Ranches …
Jun 30
Ben Hale: Oklahoma Cattle Market Shows Strength as Calf Prices Surge
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 …
Jun 29
Crop Progress: Wheat Harvest Wraps Up in Oklahoma While Pasture Conditions Slip
According to the latest crop progress report released on June 29th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat harvest is at 98% complete this week, compared to 95% last week. Kansas winter wheat crop is ranked 14% good to excellent, 31% fair, and 55% poor to very poor. Winter wheat harvested is at 72% compared to 58% last …
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