Tag: crops

Crop Progress: Winter Wheat Harvest Surges Across Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas

According to the latest crop progress report released on June 15th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 100%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 9% good to excellent, 61% poor to very poor, and 30% fair. Oklahoma winter wheat harvested is at 73% this week, compared to 44% last week. Kansas winter wheat headed …

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Crop Production Shows Sharp Winter Wheat Production Declines Across Southern Plains

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released updated June 1 forecasts for the 2026 winter wheat crop in a crop production report. New data highlights significant reductions across the Southern Plains—Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas—driven by persistent drought, high abandonment, and reduced yield potential. These three Hard Red Winter (HRW) wheat states …

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USDA Expands Funding and Extends Deadline for Specialty Crop Farmers Program

Eligible specialty crop producers now have until August 7 to apply for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers Program. The program, which utilizes pre-filled applications, aims to streamline the process for producers seeking financial support. Producers are encouraged to log in to login.gov to set up an account, where they …

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NASA Agriculture Data Helps Farmers Improve Water Use and Drought Decisions

Farmers are navigating a time when precision and timely information can make all the difference—and some of the most valuable tools are coming from space. Oklahoma Farm Reports Maci Carter spoke with Karen St. Germain, with NASA. Germain says the agency has supported agriculture for decades, even if many producers don’t immediately make that connection. …

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Crossroads Conference Returns to Enid with Focus on Ranching, Crops, and Small Acreage Agriculture

Agricultural producers across Oklahoma will once again have the opportunity to gather, learn, and connect this summer as the Oklahoma Conservation Commission prepares for the fourth annual Crossroads Conference, returning to Enid after a year on the road. Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport recently spoke with Meg Greski of the Oklahoma Conservation Commission about the …

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Samantha Ayoub on Specialty Crop Labor: “A Stable Workforce Is Critical to Our Food Supply”

Labor challenges in the specialty crop sector are continuing to draw attention, and Samantha Ayoub recently sat down with Oklahoma Farm Report’s Maci Carter to discuss the growing urgency of workforce stability for fruit and vegetable producers. Ayoub emphasized just how essential a reliable labor force is to keeping fresh produce moving from farm to …

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Crop Protection Tools, Regulation, and Why Farmer Voices Matter in U.S. Agriculture

Crop protection tools play a critical role in helping farmers maintain productivity while navigating increasing scrutiny and evolving regulations. In a conversation with Oklahoma Farm Report’s Maci Carter, Alex Dunn of CropLife America outlined how the industry supports growers, balances innovation with safety, and why timely access to these technologies is essential for U.S. agriculture. …

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Crop Progress: Winter Wheat Headed Near Completion Despite Poor Ratings

According to the latest crop progress report released on May 11th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 92%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 9% good to excellent, 51% poor to very poor, and 40% fair. Kansas winter wheat headed is at 86% winter wheat crop is ranked 17% good to excellent, 32% fair, …

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Crop Progress: Wheat Condition Concerns Persist into May

According to the latest crop progress report released on May 4th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 70%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 16% good to excellent, 49% very poor to poor, and 35% fair. Kansas winter wheat headed is at 70% winter wheat crop is ranked 22% good to excellent, 34% fair, …

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Winter Wheat Headed Advances to 43%, Condition Ratings Remain Weak In This Weeks Crop Progress

According to the latest crop progress report released on April 27th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 43%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 14% good to excellent, 45% very poor to poor, and 41% fair. Kansas winter wheat headed is at 43% winter wheat crop is ranked 23% good to excellent, 36% fair, …

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