Nov 06
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with Dr. Mark Johnson, American Angus Association board member from Orlando, Oklahoma, about the association’s upcoming annual convention, the success of its Angus Link program, and the growing demand for high-quality beef. With the annual meeting returning to Louisville, Kentucky, alongside the North …
Nov 04
With nearly 100 cases confirmed since June, the pressure from New World screwworm populations continues to build along the southern border. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Oklahoma State University Entomology Professor Dr. Justin Talley to examine the pest’s current spread, its destructive life cycle, and the critical management steps livestock producers must …
Nov 04
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Specialist Dr. David Lalman about reducing hay waste and proper hay storage. Lalman will be among the presenters at OSU’s Livestock and Range Field Day on November 5 at the university’s Range Cow Research Facility near …
Nov 03
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Kansas State University Extension livestock market economist Dr. Glynn Tonsor, who recently discussed the latest Meat Demand Monitor and the broader outlook for beef demand and cattle markets. Tonsor said the latest October Meat Demand Monitor showed relatively little change from …
Nov 03
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 …
Nov 02
As Oklahoma farmers and ranchers prepare for winter, Ken Carpenter Auction and Realty is gearing up for its winter consignment auction, featuring hay equipment, cattle supplies, vehicles, used building materials, and other items for agricultural operations. Speaking with Oklahoma Farm Report associate farm reporter Carli Davenport, Carpenter said consignments are already coming in from multiple …
Oct 30
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Michael Kelsey, executive vice president of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, about the association’s fall gatherings and the issues cattle producers are bringing to the table. From the upcoming elections and federal policy decisions to rebuilding the cow herd, Kelsey shares what he …
Oct 29
Oklahoma agriculture, Western heritage and cattle culture are drawing international visitors to the Sooner State, including two tourists from Costa Rica who recently visited Oklahoma during the Stockyard Stampede. Mauricio and Luis said in an interview with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport that they chose Oklahoma for its history, culture, food and opportunities to experience …
Oct 28
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with Hunter Ihrman of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association about the upcoming midterm elections, the outlook for passing a farm bill and the impact of government comments on cattle markets. Midterm Elections Could Shift Congressional Priorities With control of Congress in play, Ihrman …
Oct 27
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 …
