Aug 17
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. Corn Crop is rated 60% Good to Excellent this week, down 1 point from last week. Soybean crop conditions are rated 61% good to excellent this week, down 1 point from last week. The U.S. cotton crop is rated 38% good to excellent this week, …
Aug 14
State Climatologist Gary McManus recently sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to address the rapidly deteriorating weather conditions across Oklahoma. Over a brief period, severe heat and lack of rainfall have triggered a significant flash drought, drastically altering soil conditions, agricultural outlooks, and surface water supplies statewide. The Rapid Rise of Oklahoma’s Flash Drought …
Aug 13
Oklahoma cotton crop conditions across the state show significant contrast as producers navigate bloom and boll fill under persistent heat and severe drought conditions. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with Oklahoma State University Cotton Extension Specialist Jenny Dudak to discuss the current state of the crop, pest pressures, and harvest aid strategies. While irrigated …
Aug 13
In this crop market update, Farm Director KC Sheperd sits down with Oklahoma State University crop marketing specialist Todd Hubbs to analyze the latest USDA WASDE report and its impact on regional and global commodity markets. Domestic Crop Acreage and Yield Projections The latest USDA WASDE report brought several notable shifts in domestic acreage numbers. …
Aug 13
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Oklahoma is facing another week of worsening drought conditions as persistent heat and a lack of meaningful rainfall continue to put pressure on the state. The latest Drought Monitor shows conditions deteriorating across much of Oklahoma, raising concerns for agriculture, water supplies, and pasture and rangeland conditions …
Aug 11
Feeder steer prices held steady to $5 higher as reduced supply and hot summer weather shaped recent activity across Western Livestock auctions. Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Ben Hale of Western Livestock to review current sale conditions, buyer preferences, and expectations for the regional cattle market through the remainder of August. Cattle Volume …
Aug 11
Oklahoma landowners are leveraging federal conservation initiatives to restore vital natural habitats while maintaining agricultural production. State Executive Director Eddie Fields recently joined Farm Director KC Sheperd to discuss how the State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement (SAFE) project and the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) are supporting environmental stewardship across Oklahoma. The SAFE project, managed through …
Aug 06
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Oklahoma’s drought conditions took a significant turn for the worse this week, with expanding areas of abnormally dry conditions driven by persistent heat and below-normal rainfall. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows worsening conditions across much of the state, while forecasters are watching the potential for much-needed …
Aug 05
Managing feedlot heat stress mitigation has emerged as a top priority for livestock operations working to prevent severe cattle losses across the Plains during extreme summer heat events. While recent reports across the region indicate scattered cattle deaths due to heat-related illnesses, overall losses remain far lower than the catastrophic numbers seen in previous major …
Aug 03
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. Corn Crop is rated 61% Good to Excellent this week, down 2 points from last week. Soybean crop conditions are 63% good to excellent this week, equal to last week. The U.S. cotton crop is rated 42% good to excellent this week, down 3 points …
