Jul 21
Breaking News– since the interview with Kelsey- The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) announced on Tuesday that Gentner Drummond will join Mike Mazzei and Cyndi Munson for the Gubernatorial Agriculture Forum on Saturday, July 25, during the 74th Annual OCA Convention and Trade Show in Tulsa. Drummond’s campaign confirmed Monday evening that he will participate in …
Jul 21
In today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with cattle market analyst Don Close of Terrain, who says government intervention is not the answer to rebuilding the U.S. beef cow herd. While some have suggested offering incentives to producers to retain replacement heifers, Close believes the cattle market is capable of …
Jul 20
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. Corn Crop is rated 67% Good to Excellent this week, down 1 point from last week. Soybean crop conditions are 66% good to excellent this week, up 1 point from last week. The U.S. cotton crop is rated 45% good to excellent this week, up …
Jul 20
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Don Close of Terrain about the historic cattle market, managing risk in a record-price environment, and whether the industry is beginning to see the first signs of herd expansion. Historic Prices, But Bigger Dollar Swings Close said 2026 has been one of …
Jul 17
Oklahoma Farm Report intern Presley Strickland visited with Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Coordinator Holly Carroll about the organization’s annual Shotgun Shoot fundraiser, which raises money for the Oklahoma Foundation for Agriculture while bringing together Farm Bureau members, youth and supporters from across the state. Carroll said the event was created as a …
Jul 17
The American National CattleWomen summer business meeting wrapped up in Denver with a strong emphasis on improving member education, expanding communication, and strengthening leadership development across the organization. American National CattleWomen (ANCW) President Casey Matzke told Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport that the organization’s recent gathering generated productive discussions and laid the groundwork for several …
Jul 16
The wheat market outlook has improved significantly following a challenging harvest across the Southern Plains, according to Oklahoma State University Extension grain market economist Dr. Todd Hubbs. Speaking with Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays, Hubbs discussed the latest USDA crop reports, grain markets, corn and soybean prospects, grain sorghum demand, and why producers …
Jul 16
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Despite some welcome improvement this week, drought continues to be a concern across western Oklahoma as dry conditions persist in several counties. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows exceptional drought retreating slightly, while nearly half of the state remains affected by moderate to extreme drought. Although recent …
Jul 15
Oklahoma Farm Report intern Haden Snelson sat down with American Farmers and Ranchers Youth Coordinator Cara Comstock to discuss the upcoming Youth Leadership Summit. Comstock says upcoming AFR youth and education programs are designed to connect Oklahoma students with leadership development, agricultural education and hands-on opportunities across the industry. Comstock said AFR’s youth program is …
Jul 15
Agricultural research facilities at land-grant universities have an upcoming July 17 deadline to apply for matching grants through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). These funds are intended to address critical maintenance, modernization, and construction needs for agricultural research infrastructure. Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics Scott Hutchins stated that the funding opportunities within …
