May 21
With LRP cattle insurance becoming a growing topic of conversation as cattle markets swing sharply from day to day, Clay burtrum of Farm Data Services says producers are facing a market environment that feels increasingly unpredictable — making risk protection more important than ever. Speaking with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Burtrum said price movement on …
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 …
May 20
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Dr. Jeff Goodwin, who explains how the beef industry is working to answer sustainability questions through research, collaboration, and data-driven tools designed to benefit producers across the supply chain. Hays and Dr. Goodwin talked at the 2026 General Assembly Meeting of the …
May 20
Cattle producers and landowners in north-central Oklahoma will have an opportunity to learn practical pasture management strategies and see emerging technology in action during the upcoming Payne County Pasture Tour on June 3. Jennifer Patterson, Ag Extension Educator in Payne County, said in a recent conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport that the annual …
May 19
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Market Information Center, who breaks down strong first-quarter beef demand, record-setting retail beef prices, worsening drought conditions across cattle country, and what shrinking hay supplies could mean heading into summer. First-Quarter Beef Demand Posts a …
May 19
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 …
May 18
The second session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature has officially concluded, with both the House and Senate adjourning sine die. Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) Executive Vice President Michael Kelsey noted that this year’s Oklahoma legislative session wrapped up earlier than usual, primarily driven by the upcoming June primary elections. “This is really early, in fact, …
May 18
In today’s beef buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Joe Schuele, vice president of communications for the U.S. Meat Export Federation, about renewed momentum for U.S. beef access to China after beef trade concerns were raised during talks between the United States and China. Schuele says renewed plant registrations mark a …
May 14
The Oklahoma CattleWomen’s Association is gearing up for its second annual Kids Cattle Camp, a one-day educational event designed to introduce Oklahoma youth to agriculture and the cattle industry through hands-on learning experiences. Amy McKinney with the Oklahoma CattleWomen’s Association visited with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport about the event. McKinney said the camp is …
May 14
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Scott McCornack of National Livestock about cattle movement at the Oklahoma National Stockyards, shifting market conditions, and how recent rains could shape cattle numbers heading into summer. McCornack said Oklahoma City saw a large run of feeder cattle this week as the final …
